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His Word:The Father And The SonNo one has ever served his Father like he did! (4:32). If you think this podcast might be helpful to someone, share it with them. Please subscribe to this podcast. And you can find full length teachings, both audio and video, free at ConfidenceAndJoy.comHere are the links to the podcasts Mike mentioned.Who Is That ManMary Had A Baby Boyhttps://www.buzzsprout.com/1901959/14335920https://www.buzzsprout.com/1901959/11833818Support the...
2024-01-2104 minHis Word:What Is The Image Of God?In this short podcast (4:27), find out what the image of God really is and what happened in the Garden. If you think this podcast might be helpful to someone, share it with them. And you can find full length teachings, both audio and video, free on my blog ConfidenceAndJoy.com Confidence And Joy Support the show
2022-04-2204 minHis Word:There Isn’t Anything GreaterIn this short podcast (4:17), the greatest blessing ever and a hidden benefit in being grateful. If you think this podcast might be helpful to someone, share it with them. And you can find full length teachings, both audio and video, free on my blog ConfidenceAndJoy.com Confidence And JoySupport the show
2022-04-2004 minHis Word:Special Easter MessageA special Easter message in this short podcast (3:58). Find out why Jesus Christ’s resurrection is the cornerstone of Christianity! And check out the previous podcast #28. If you think this or any of these podcasts might be helpful to someone, share it with them. And you can find full length teachings, both audio and video, free on my blog ConfidenceAndJoy.com Confidence And Joy Support the show
2022-04-1603 minHis Word:Raised From The Dead!In this short podcast (4:38), Jesus Christ’s resurrection is the cornerstone of Christianity! God raised him from the dead to die no more! And, he is coming back! If you think this podcast might be helpful to someone, share it with them. And you can find full length teachings, both audio and video, free on my blog ConfidenceAndJoy.com Confidence And Joy Support the show
2022-04-1104 minHis Word:How Badly Was He Beaten?In this short podcast (4:25), find out why the pictures of Jesus hanging on the cross are a far cry from how badly he was beaten. If you think this podcast might be helpful to someone, share it with them. And you can find full length teachings, both audio and video, free on my blog ConfidenceAndJoy.com Confidence And Joy Support the show
2022-04-0704 minHis Word:More LoveIn this short podcast (4:15), Jesus summed it all by saying that we should love God and love our neighbor. If you think this podcast might be helpful to someone, share it with them. And you can find full length teachings, both audio and video, free on my blog ConfidenceAndJoy.com Confidence And Joy Support the show
2022-04-0204 minHis Word:He Said We ShouldIn this short podcast (4:13), find out one of the things Jesus Christ emphasized to his followers shortly before he was arrested. And if you think this podcast might be helpful to someone, share it with them. And you can find full length teachings, both audio and video, free on my blog ConfidenceAndJoy.com Confidence And JoySupport the show
2022-03-3004 minHis Word:How Bad Is Your Past?In this short podcast (4:34), discover how big God’s forgiveness is regardless of your past. And if you think this podcast might be helpful to someone, share it with them. And you can find full length teachings, both audio and video, free on my blog ConfidenceAndJoy.com Confidence And Joy Support the show
2022-03-2604 minHis Word:He Really Cares About YouDoes God really care about you? Find out In this short podcast (4:08). And if you think this podcast might be helpful to someone, share it with them. And you can find full length teachings, both audio and video, free on my blog ConfidenceAndJoy.com Confidence And Joy Support the show
2022-03-2404 minHis Word:Nothing Impossible?In this short podcast (4:27), find out if nothing is really impossible with God. And if you think this podcast might be helpful to someone, share it with them. And you can find full length teachings, both audio and video, free on my blog ConfidenceAndJoy.com Confidence And Joy Support the show
2022-03-1904 minHis Word:Almost UnbelievableIn this short podcast (4:44), some almost unbelievable promises in His Word, and how you can receive them. If you think this podcast might be helpful to someone, share it with them. And you can find full length teachings, both audio and video, free on my blog ConfidenceAndJoy.com Confidence And Joy Support the show
2022-03-1704 minHis Word:The Privileged PeopleIn this short podcast (4:45), find out who the most privileged people on earth really are. If you think this podcast might be helpful to someone, share it with them. And you can find full length teachings, both audio and video, free on my blog ConfidenceAndJoy.com Confidence And JoySupport the show
2022-03-1204 minHis Word:Is This All There Is?If you’ve ever wondered if this life is all there is, this short podcast (4:40), reveals the greatest hope available to you! If you think this podcast might be helpful to someone, share it with them. And you can find full length teachings, both audio and video, free on my blog ConfidenceAndJoy.com Confidence And Joy Support the show
2022-03-1004 minHis Word:Receiving Healing Part 2In this short podcast (4:58), the second most important key in receiving healing from God. If you think this podcast might be helpful to someone, share it with them. And you can find full length teachings, both audio and video, free on my blog ConfidenceAndJoy.com Confidence And Joy Support the show
2022-03-0504 minHis Word:Receiving Healing Part 1In this short podcast (4:46), the first and most important key in receiving healing from God. If you think this podcast might be helpful to someone, share it with them. And you can find full length teachings, both audio and video, free on my blog ConfidenceAndJoy.com Confidence And Joy Support the show
2022-03-0304 minHis Word:Was It Really Meant To Be?Is everything just meant to be? Find out in this short podcast (4:57). And, if you like this podcast, subscribe; share it with someone. Listen to full length teachings, both audio and video, free on my blog ConfidenceAndJoy.com Confidence And Joy Support the show
2022-02-2604 minHis Word:Is God Really Testing You?When going through difficult times, find out in this short podcast (4:57) if God is testing you. And, if you like this podcast, subscribe; share it with someone. Listen to full length teachings, both audio and video, free on my blog ConfidenceAndJoy.com Confidence And Joy Support the show
2022-02-2304 minHis Word:Just One RoadIn this short podcast (4:12) discover the only road to heaven! If you like this podcast, subscribe; share it with someone. And feel free to listen to full length teachings, both audio and video on my blog ConfidenceAndJoy.com Confidence And Joy Support the show
2022-02-1904 minHis Word:What Did Jesus Think?What did Jesus think about the Scriptures? Find out in this short podcast (4:07). And If you like this podcast, subscribe; share it with someone. And feel free to listen to full length teachings, both audio and video on my blog ConfidenceAndJoy.com Confidence And JoySupport the show
2022-02-1604 minHis Word:Who Is The Father?Are all the people on this earth children of God? In this short podcast (4:03), a tremendous truth about who “the Father '' is. If you like this podcast, subscribe; share it with someone. And feel free to listen to full length teachings, both audio and video, free on my blog ConfidenceAndJoy.com Confidence And JoySupport the show
2022-02-1204 minHis Word:Why Forgive Someone? Have you ever had a hard time forgiving someone? In this short podcast (4:41), discover why we forgive others. If you like this podcast, subscribe; share it with someone. And feel free to listen to full length teachings, both audio and video on my blog ConfidenceAndJoy.com Confidence And Joy Support the show
2022-02-0804 minHis Word:What Is Faith?The word “faith” is often misunderstood. In this short podcast (4:30), discover what “faith” really is. If you like this podcast, subscribe; share it with someone. And feel free to listen to full length teachings, both audio and video on my blog ConfidenceAndJoy.com Confidence And Joy Support the show
2022-02-0404 minHis Word:You Are Not Broken“Broken” is a popular teaching in some Christian circles. In this short podcast (3:46) you might be surprised to hear that in the Bible, God’s description of those who are born again, is far from being broken! If you like this podcast, subscribe; share it with someone. And feel free to listen to full length teachings, both audio and video on my blog ConfidenceAndJoy.com Confidence And JoySupport the show
2022-01-3003 minHis Word:God Really Loves YouDoes God really love you? Is there something that can stop Him from loving you? In this short podcast (3:56), find out some great truths, from His Word, the Bible, about God’s love. If you like this podcast, subscribe; share it with someone. And feel free to listen to full length teachings, both audio and video on my blog ConfidenceAndJoy.com Support the show
2022-01-2903 minHis Word:God Has Forgiven YouHas God really forgiven you? Why? In this short podcast (3:40), find out what His Word, the Bible, has to say about God forgiving you. You don’t need to live with guilt and shame for things you’ve done! If you like this podcast, subscribe; share it with someone. And feel free to listen to full length teachings, both audio and video on my blog ConfidenceAndJoy.com Confidence And Joy Support the show
2022-01-2703 minHis Word:Are You Righteous?Another short podcast (3:20) about being righteous. Righteousness is sometimes not understood. But when it is understood, it is mindblowing to even consider that God would make us righteous by simply believing! Listen to what His Word, the Bible has to say about righteousness. If you like this podcast, subscribe; share it with someone. And feel free to listen to full length teachings, both audio and video on my blog ConfidenceAndJoy.com Confidence And JoySupport the show
2022-01-2303 minHis Word:What Is Grace?In this short podcast (3:28) a reminder that getting paid for services rendered is not a gift - you worked for it; you earned it. On the other hand, a true gift is something you didn’t earn. In His Word, the Bible, there are things God has freely given to those who believe! If you like this podcast, subscribe; share it with someone. And feel free to listen to full length teachings, both audio and video on my blog ConfidenceAndJoy.com Confidence And Joy Support the show
2022-01-2003 minHis Word:Are You Saved?Are there good works required for you to be saved? If not, then how do you get saved? In this short podcast (3:18) discover what His Word, the Bible has to say about it. If you like this podcast, subscribe; share it with someone. And feel free to listen to full length teachings, both audio and video on my blog - ConfidenceAndJoy.com Support the show
2022-01-1503 minHis Word:What Is The Rapture?There’s lots of speculation about, “the end times.” This short podcast (2:57) talks about one of the most exciting events that will occur when those days arrive, according to His Word, the Bible. If you like this podcast, subscribe; share it with someone. And feel free to listen to full length teachings, both audio and video on my blog - ConfidenceAndJoy.com Support the show
2022-01-1202 min
His Word:What Is Hell?A lot of people think hell is this burning fiery place where you burn, and burn, and burn forever! That's what a lot of people think, but what does His Word, the Bible, say about hell? Do bad people really go to hell and burn forever and ever? Find out in this episode of His Word. If you like this podcast, please subscribe, it’s free. And check out my blog sometime - ConfidenceAndJoy.com. Until next time, enjoy reading His Word. Thanks for listening!...
2022-01-0402 min
His Word:What Happens When You Die?There are lots of opinions about what happens when you die. Tired of wondering and worrying? This short podcast (3:07) has the answer, from His Word, the Bible. If you like this podcast, please subscribe, it’s free; and leave a comment if you want. And check out my blog sometime: Confidence And Joy Thanks for listening!Support the show
2022-01-0403 min
The Optimistic SpinBest of 2017-4From Veterans Day 2017, a very personal, uninterrupted interview with my longtime friend, Paula Pedene, one of the very first VA Healthcare whistleblowers. She tells her story. And by the way, after 37 some years of serving our country and veterans, she is still going strong doing just that, including organizing the Phoenix Veterans Day Parade - the parade she founded 21 years ago. Our podcast is from our weekend radio show. If you like our podcast, please take a minute to comment or review it! We might just read it on an upcoming episode! It really helps more...
2017-12-2700 min
The Optimistic SpinBest of 2017-3More of the "Best of 2017" You'll hear a skinhead, whose parole officer was black, Tell about what happened to his swastika tattoos, and more! Picture and video on our website. This podcast is one segment from a past radio show from this year. Listen to all the segments of this show, back to back, no commercials, on the PODCAST this Wednesday! Find It Right Here! http://www.stitcher.com/podcast/the-optimistic-spin COMMENTS? Yes Please! Do you have any comments about The Optimistic Spin? We'd love to hear from you! Click the "Contact Us" butt...
2017-12-2000 min
The Optimistic SpinBest of 2017-2This episode, Best of 2017-2, spotlights 2 stories from 2017. Pictures, and highlights on our website, www.TheOptimisticSpin.com Up first, is a wild story about Ben, determined to deliver the customer’s pizza, even if he has to deliver it on foot - and he does! Picture on our website. Then, some music execs riding from Nashville to the Sturgis Bike Rally become heroes on the road, saving 10 lives! Picture on our website. Our podcast is from segments of our weekend radio show. If you like this podcast, please take a minute to comment or review it! We...
2017-12-1300 min
The Optimistic SpinBest of 2017-1In this episode, 4 great stories with pictures, and highlights on our website., www.TheOptimisticSpin.com Up first, after an all nighter, exhausted firefighters go to breakfast, and guess who pays? Picture on our website. Our second story an amazing rip-tide beach rescue. Picture on our website. Our third story Allstate finds an old TV ad that brings tears to the whole family. Picture on our website. And in our fourth story, he proposed where? And it literally stopped the show? And then…. Picture on our website. And right in the middle of the show, Liz’s Fun Facts! Our podcas...
2017-12-0600 min
The Optimistic SpinVegas Hero_House Painting_Little Girl writes To Google_Realtor SurpriseIn this episode, 4 more great stories with pictures, and highlights on our website., www.TheOptimisticSpin.com SHOW NOTES: Up first, some real appreciation given to one of the brave Vegas heroes. Picture on our website. Next, they all decided to go and paint a house in Kansas, for a very good reason. Picture on our website. Then, a little girl writes to Google about her dad’s birthday.. Picture on our website. And in our fourth story, months after the fact, a realtor gets a heartwarming surprise. Picture on our website. And right in the middle of the...
2017-11-2900 min
The Optimistic SpinMore Than Mowing_Haircuts For Homeless_Costumes For Kids_He’s 95 Years OldIn this episode, 4 more great stories with pictures, and highlights on our website., www.TheOptimisticSpin.com Up first, a college student helping seniors, and, at the same time, he's teaching young men to give by cutting lawns, for free! Picture on our website. Next, Cutting hair on the streets of Philly takes quite an unexpected twist. What an ending this story has! Picture on our website. Then, the Santa Rosa Police help over a thousand kids, who lost everything, to have a night they will remember for a long time! Picture on our website. And finally, he’s 95, and...
2017-11-2200 min
The Optimistic SpinVETERANS DAY 2017A special Veterans Day episode: 2 Interviews: Paula Pedene, one of the first VA whistle blowers tells her story, and, Rich Mulder, recent Afghanistan combat vet. First, I talked with Rich Mulder of Liberty Performance Training. A former Army officer, Rich graduated from the United States Military Academy at West Point in 2009. He served five years in the Infantry, completing Air Assault, Airborne, and Ranger Schools as well as a combat tour to Afghanistan, where he led over 120 dismounted patrols and earned the Bronze Star and the Combat Infantryman Badge. Next, A personal interview with my...
2017-11-1300 min
The Optimistic SpinHighway Hero_Kidnapped Teen_Two Amazing KidsIn this episode, 4 More Great Stories with pics, vids, and highlights on our website., www.TheOptimisticSpin.com Up first, a head on collision happens two cars ahead of him! He pulls over and runs to a burning smoking car and saves her life, and more! Picture on our website. Next, a 15 year old escapes her kidnappers, running for her life is spotted by a farmer. His life is forever changed! Picture and video on our website. Then, he’s only 8, but hear about how he has rescued 5 people in two days as he paddles along on his kayak! Picture...
2017-11-0800 min
The Optimistic SpinTeen Rescues_BK Delivers_Kid On A Train_Vegas And BostonIn this episode, 4 more great stories with pictures, highlights and video on our website., www.TheOptimisticSpin.com Up first, another amazing teenager saving someone’s life, Picture on our website. Next, it happened right there at Burger King, in the parking lot! Picture on our website. Then, a mother with a toddler on a train who really impressed someone, so much so that he did something really special Picture on our website. And our fourth story is a very inspiring Vegas-Boston connection. Picture on our website. And right in the middle of the show, Liz’s Fun Fa...
2017-11-0100 min
The Optimistic SpinSkin Head_Free Pizza_American Dream_PreppersIn this episode, 4 more great stories with pictures, and highlights on our website., www.TheOptimisticSpin.com Up first, you'll hear a skinhead whose parole officer was black, and about what happened to his swastika tattoos. Picture and video on our website. Then, Spinatos Pizzeria in Phoenix shuts their restaurant down, brings all the homeless guys from Phoenix Rescue Mission over for dinner. Picture on our website. Up next, the American dream - from refugee to millionaire, with lots of hard work and perseverance. Picture on our website. Then, tons and tons of "prepper" stuff is headed south. Picture on our...
2017-10-2500 min
The Optimistic SpinThe Last Generator_Another Cool Teen_Sgt Follow-up_Stranded In TennesseeIn this episode, 4 more great stories with pictures, and highlights on our website., www.TheOptimisticSpin.com Up first, Find out how a lady got a much needed generator when there were none left. Picture on our website. Next, a very honest teen knew it didn’t belong to him. Picture on our website. Then, a police sergeant does a very cool follow up. Picture on our website. And our fourth story is about a couple stranded in Tennessee. Picture on our website. And right in the middle of the show, Liz’...
2017-10-1800 min
The Optimistic SpinThe Purse_The Cake_Protect, Serve, Sing and DanceIn this episode, 3 more great stories with pictures, and highlights on our website., www.TheOptimisticSpin.com Up first, a heroin addict finds a lost purse. What he does with it is amazing, but what happens as a result is even more amazing! Picture on our website. Then, a homemade wedding cake is ruined; but...Picture on our website. And finally, she asked him to dance, while he was on duty, and he went over and above the call of duty! Picture on our website. And right in the middle, it's Liz's Fun Facts! This podcast is all t...
2017-10-1100 min
The Optimistic SpinSaving A Life Before His Interview_Pinned Under A Truck_Dangerous Rescue On A Beam_Sitting In Denny’s For 2 HoursIn this episode, 4 more great stories with pictures, and highlights on our website, www.TheOptimisticSpin.com Up first, a teenage college student, waiting for to interview for a paramedic internship, saves a man’s life! Did he get the job? Picture on our website. Next, more teenagers! They rescued a man pinned under his truck. Picture on our website. Then, another young person, risking his life to save hers. Amazing story and amazing Picture on our website. And our fourth story is about a guy who sat in a Denny’s for 2 hours, doing something awesome. No one knows...
2017-10-0400 min
The Optimistic SpinMost Unique Scholarship_81 Year Old Has Life Saving Blood_Lost For 6 Days With No Food Or WaterIn this episode, 3 great stories with pictures, and highlights on our website, www.TheOptimisticSpin.com Up first, Karl has the come up with the most unique scholarship I’ve ever heard of. Very cool! Picture on our website. Our second story is about an 81 year old in Australia who has been donating his blood plasma for over 60 years, and he keeps on because of what is inside his blood! Picture on our website. And our third story is about a 71 year old who got lost in the wilderness with no food or water for 6 days! Remarkable how she was f...
2017-09-2700 min
The Optimistic SpinDepressed Hair_Judges Pool_A Secret SocietyIn this episode, 3 great stories with show notes, pictures, and highlights on our website, www.TheOptimisticSpin.com Up first, with school pictures around the corner, this 16 year told them to shave it all off! Picture on our website. Our second story is about what a 94 year old retired judge did, after becoming tired of being alone. Picture on our website. And our third story is about a “secret society” in Kansas. Find out why they are so secretive and what they are doing. And right in the middle of the show, Liz’s Fun Facts! Our podcast is all the...
2017-09-2000 min
The Optimistic SpinHURRICANE HARVEY HEROESThere have been hundreds, maybe thousands of unsung heroes of Hurricane Harvey. On this special edition of, The Optimistic Spin, you'll hear some of the early heroes, and those they rescued. And, on Liz’s Fun Facts, some "Texas Tweets!" Our podcast is all the segments of our one hour weekend radio show, back to back, with no commercials or news! If you like our podcast, please take a minute to comment or review it! We might just read it on an upcoming episode! It really helps more friends find us so they can...
2017-09-1300 min
The Optimistic SpinUnaccompanied 5 Year Old_Delivering Pizza On Foot_Bikers Saved Lives_NFL Airport HeroIn this episode, 4 great stories with pictures, and highlights on our website., www.TheOptimisticSpin.com Up first, a 5 year old unaccompanied girl is hungry at a layover in Omaha. What’s a captain to do? Picture on our website. Our second story is a wild story about Ben, determined to deliver the customer’s pizza, even if he has to deliver it on foot - and he does! Picture on our website. In our third story, music execs riding from Nashville to the Sturgis Bike Rally become heroes on the road, saving 10 lives.Picture on our website. And our fo...
2017-09-0600 min
The Optimistic SpinReal Puppy love; Uber Driver Does More; Singing Cop; Donut BoyIn this episode, 4 great stories with pics and vids, and highlights on our website., www.TheOptimisticSpin.com Up first, A follow up to a story from three years ago, when it was real puppy love between two golden retrievers. Find out who’s in love now! Picture on our website. Our second story is about an Uber driver who drove more than the extra mile for a stranded couple who were in the process of eloping! Picture on our website. Our third story finds a policemen who sings to the lady who mad...
2017-08-3000 min
The Optimistic Spin15 Year Old’s Big Heart; Reception With No Bride; 8 Year Old And A Senior-World RecordsIn this episode, 4 great stories with pictures, and highlights on our website., www.TheOptimisticSpin.com Up first, an inspiring 15 year old lost everything, then spent all his money to help the firefighters. This is some kid! Picture on our website. Our second story is about a wedding reception, with no bride and no groom! Wedding called off 1 week before, but the reception was paid for. Guess who came? Picture on our website. In our third story, hear her describe it moments after she accomplished it - an 8 year old girl who just set...
2017-08-2300 min
The Optimistic SpinPay It Forward_Vet Flag_Your Purse_Hunger GamesIn this episode, 4 great stories with pictures, and highlights on our website., www.TheOptimisticSpin.com Up first, doing something nice for a dad on Father’s day snowballs. Our second story is an incredible story of a lost Vets wooden foot locker filled with priceless memories, found, by another Vet! Picture on our website. Our third story was about a purse found 25 years later! Where and how? Amazing! Picture on our website. And our fourth story is about applied first aid, and she learned it from the book, Hunger Games! Pictu...
2017-08-1600 min
The Optimistic SpinDenny’s Breakfast; Beach Rescue; Dad’s TV Ad; Proposed Where?In this episode, 4 great stories with pictures, and highlights on our website., www.TheOptimisticSpin.com Up first, after an all nighter, exhausted firefighters go to breakfast, and guess who pays? Picture on our website. Our second story an amazing rip-tide beach rescue. Picture on our website. Our third story Allstate finds an old TV ad that brings tears to the whole family. Picture on our website. And in our fourth story, he proposed where? And it literally stopped the show? And then…. Picture on our website. And, right in the...
2017-08-0900 min
The Optimistic SpinHe’s 100_Black and White_Graffiti on a Truck_Lost HeirloomIn this episode, 4 great stories with pictures, and highlights on our website., www.TheOptimisticSpin.com Up first, this guy is 100 and he’s doing what? Every week? Picture on our website. Our second story I call, “Black and White” - you’ll find out why. Picture on our website. Our third story was about a truck with some horrible, trashy grafitti - find out what happened when he pulled into an auto repair place. Picture on our website. And our fourth story is about, what? A dress? Not just any old dress, a w...
2017-08-0200 min
The Optimistic SpinHorse and Buggy_Umpire on a Bridge_Police at a Block Party_A Vets Final ServiceIn this episode, 4 great stories with pictures, and highlights on our website., www.TheOptimisticSpin.com Up first, a story that sounds like it’s right out of a movie - a horse and buggy and the Ohio Highway Patrol. Picture on our website. Our second story finds a major league baseball umpire on the Roberto Clemente Bridge - hear his own words describing what happened! Picture on our website. Our third story was about the police being called to a block party because of a complaint - what they did when they got there was ju...
2017-07-2600 min
The Optimistic SpinWith The Pirates For Decades_Lab On A Bus_Superhero Costume_Adele Reaches OutIn this episode, 4 great stories with pictures, and highlights on our website., www.TheOptimisticSpin.com Up first, he’s been hanging out with the Pittsburgh Pirates for 81 years! Another inspiring senior! Picture on our website. Our second story finds a black lab, riding the bus, a lot, by himself! Picture on our website. Our third story was about a police officer, in his spare time, puts on superhero costumes - this story has an unexpected twist! Picture on our website. And our fourth story is about Adele, reaching out after the London...
2017-07-1900 min
The Optimistic SpinLifeguard’s First Day_Police Cool Him_Diving Into A Moving Car_Hi-tech RescueIn this episode, 4 great stories of people going the extra mile, with pictures, and highlights on our website., www.TheOptimisticSpin.com Up first, a teen lifeguard on his first day; a day he’ll never forget. Picture on our website. Our second story is about the police in Texas cooling a guy off, literally! Picture on our website. Our third story is about a guy who jumped into a moving car! A heroic act! Picture on our website. And our fourth story is about hi-tech entering the world of search and res...
2017-07-1200 min
The Optimistic SpinUnsung Heroes of the American RevolutionIn this episode, it’s a special show - featuring unsung heroes of the Revolutionary war. Some people you may not have ever heard about. In this episode, 4 great stories, with pictures, and highlights on our website., www.TheOptimisticSpin.com And of course, right in the middle of the show, Liz’s Fun Facts! Our podcast is all the segments of our one hour weekend radio show, back to back, with no commercials or news! If you like our podcast, please take a minute to comment or review it! We might just r...
2017-07-0400 min
The Optimistic SpinAutistic Hair_Ballet On The Tracks_Books For Summer_Unique ProposalIn this episode, 4 great stories of people going the extra mile, with pictures, and highlights on our website., www.TheOptimisticSpin.com In our first story, a routine haircut for an autistic boy leads the long time barber to go the extra mile, in a minivan. Picture on our website.. Our second story is about a brave ballet dancer who risked his life and went the extra mile, jumping on the subway tracks to save a man’s life. Find out why he hasn’t been dancing for the last month! Picture our website. Our...
2017-06-2800 min
The Optimistic SpinChurch Fire_Grad Pics_Harvard Grad_Sweet ReunionIn this episode, 4 great stories, with pictures and highlights on our website., www.TheOptimisticSpin.com In our first story, flames, and quick actions by this young man. Picture our website. Our second story is about graduation portraits - somebody is lending a hand. Picture our website. Our third story is about a very unlikely Harvard grad. Hear her tell her story! Picture our website. And our fourth story is about a very cool reunion, 19 years after he saved her life. Picture our website. And of course, right in the mid...
2017-06-2100 min
The Optimistic SpinNasty Hair_Virus Stopped_Homeless Heroes in Manchester_Losing Weight To Save A LifeIn this episode, 4 great stories, with pictures, vids and highlights on our website., www.TheOptimisticSpin.com In our first story, a perceptive hair stylist, Picture on our website.. Our second story is about a 22 year old who stopped a worldwide virus. Our third story, spotlights homeless heroes in Manchester Picture our website. And our fourth story is about losing weight to save someone else's life. Picture our website. And of course, right in the middle of the show, Liz’s Fun Facts! Our podcast is all the segments of...
2017-06-1400 min
The Optimistic SpinDarth Vader_Baby On A Plane_Family Trapped_Deaf WaitressIn this episode, 4 great stories, with pictures, vids and highlights on our website., www.TheOptimisticSpin.com In our first story, Darth Vader is alive and well in Tennessee! We’ve even got a picture of him and his his birth certificate on our website. Our second story is about a screaming baby on a plane. What did the airline do about this? Picture our website. Our third story was literally life and death for a family of 4, trapped in their truck, upside in the water! Picture our website. And our fou...
2017-06-0700 min
The Optimistic SpinLost Wallet_Special Retirement_School Bus On Fire_9 Year Old And The VetsIn this episode, 4 great stories, with pictures, vids and highlights on our website., www.TheOptimisticSpin.com In our first story, her wallet, with 1600 bucks in cash, is missing! Picture our website.. Our second story is a special surprise retirement party for a very special guy. Picture our website. In our third story a school bus full of kids is on fire! Picture our website. And our fourth story is about a 9 year old does something really cool for our serving military. Picture our website. Our "Takeaways" on this s...
2017-05-3100 min
The Optimistic SpinLost Money Order_Lots Of Hair_Sanu_Helping A VetIn this episode, 4 great stories, with pictures, vids and highlights on our website., www.TheOptimisticSpin.com In our first story, her money order is missing! Gone! Guess who found it? Picture our website.. Our second story is about a whole lotta hair, and for a good reason. Picture our website. Our third story happened on an airplane - little eyes were watching. Picture our website. And our fourth story really touched both our hearts..I almost lost it on the air..a very kind act to one of our wounded ve...
2017-05-2400 min
The Optimistic SpinSelf Image_Rick Gives Back_Tool Library_9 Years LaterIn this episode, 4 great stories, with pictures, vids and highlights on our website., www.TheOptimisticSpin.com In our first story, a 15 year old gets great self esteem help from an unlikely place and person! Our second story is about travel guru, Rick Steives and how he is giving back in a big, big way. Picture our website. . Our third story is about a tool library - yes you can check out (not rent) a tool for your home project. And that’s not all! Picture our website. And our fourth sto...
2017-05-1700 min
The Optimistic SpinLots Of Ice Cream_Huge GoFundMe_Wii_Teenager In SpaceIn this episode, 4 great stories, with pictures and highlights on our website., www.TheOptimisticSpin.com Up first, a 7 foot long receipt for...ice cream? Picture on our website. Our second story is about the biggest GoFundMe campaign I’ve heard of. Picture on our website. Our third story is about a 7 year old boy who did something to cheer up the police who he knew were sad from a terrible loss. Picture on our website. And our fourth story is about a teenager’s experiment that is literally out of this world...
2017-05-1000 min
The Optimistic SpinScreaming Baby_UPS Fire_Hero in Charlotte_Free RepairsIn this episode, 4 great stories, with pictures, vids and highlights on our website., www.TheOptimisticSpin.com In our first story mom is trying to grocery shop and her baby is screaming! Picture on our website. Our second story, find out what a UPS driver does when he notices a house is on fire! Picture on our website. Our third story is about a hero at the Charlotte airport. Picture on our website. And our fourth story is about getting your car repaired for free! Guess what the requirement is? Picture our website...
2017-05-0300 min
The Optimistic SpinBig Tipper_Street Corner_Repo Again_Off DutyIn this episode, 4 great stories, with pictures, vids and highlights on our website., www.TheOptimisticSpin.com In our first story, audio of a big guy who is a very big tipper. Our second story is about a guy out of work on the street corner, doing what? Video on our website.Our third story is a follow up to a story we did last fall about Jimmy, the Repo man. Picture on our website. And our fourth story is about an off duty cop, being heroic, in a donut shop! Picture our...
2017-04-2600 min
The Optimistic SpinThe Book_The Wallet_The Cabbie_The WeddingIn this episode, 4 great stories, with pictures, and highlights on our website, www.TheOptimisticSpin.com In our first story, a stolen library book is repaired and returned with a check and a note, after how many years? Picture on our website. Our second story is about a long lost wallet, returned untouched, including the cash. Picture on our website. Our third story is about a cabbie who just did the right thing.Picture on our website. And our fourth story is about an “on the cheap” Arizona wedding Picture our websi...
2017-04-1900 min
The Optimistic SpinBonus For Everybody_Marathon X 7_World's Best Teacher_Airplane TicketIn this episode, 4 great stories, with pictures, vids and highlights on our website., www.TheOptimisticSpin.com In our first story every employee in this company gets a BIG bonus - everybody! Picture on our website. Our second story a lady runs not one, not two, but seven marathons, back to back; and that’s not the half of it! Video on our website. Our third story is about the teacher who just won the 1 million dollar prize as the world’s greatest teacher. Picture on our website. And in our fourth s...
2017-04-1200 min
The Optimistic SpinHarley In Storage_72 VW Van_Train Tracks_HomelessVids, pics and links of this episode are on our website., www.TheOptimisticSpin.com In our first story, a Harley in storage while he is deployed serving our country, but his wife is behind on storage payments. Picture on our website. Our second story is about a vintage ‘72 VW van for sale for $40,000. Guess who bought it and for how much? Picture on our website. Our third story is a life and death situation - an elderly woman crossing the train tracks freezes as the train is coming right at her! And...
2017-04-0500 min
The Optimistic SpinSUV In The River_ An Oustanding Employee_9-1-1 DeliveryLook for pics, vids, and links on our website. www.TheOptimisticSpin.com In our first story, a quiet foggy night of fishing on a dock until and SUV plunges into the river! Picture on our website. Our second story is is about an employee with some medical issues who makes a HUGE impression on a customer Picture on our website. Our third story is about a 9-1-1 call: no time for paramedics to get there, he needs instructions on how to deliver the baby! Picture on our website. And of...
2017-03-2900 min
The Optimistic SpinWhite Cop-Black Teen_Senior Date_14 Month Old EvictedIn this episode, 3 great stories, with pictures on our website. In our first story, a white cop stops a young black man in a hoodie! This story is amazing! Picture on our website. Our second story is about a senior asked out for a date. Picture on our website. Our third story is about a 14 month old receiving an eviction notice. Picture on our website. And of course, right in the middle of the show, Liz’s Fun Facts! Our podcast is all the segments of our one hour...
2017-03-2200 min
The Optimistic SpinAttacked Policeman; Application To Google; Shopping At WalmartIn our first story, a policemen being attacked; you’ll never guess who came to the rescue! Picture on our website. Our second story is about a handwritten letter to the CEO of Google - about employment. Yes, handwritten! Picture on our website. Our third story is about a shopping experience at Walmart; mom, dad and three kids. Picture on our website. And of course, right in the middle of the show, Liz’s Fun Facts! Our podcast is all the segments of our one hour weekend radio show, back to back...
2017-03-1500 min
The Optimistic SpinSpecial Delivery Baby_$8,000_Tesla S[March is FEEDBACK month! Leave a comment or review and we might read yours on the air!] In our first story, Vanessa and David rushing to the hospital, but her baby is not going to wait! Audio from the delivery men! Picture on our website In our second story, his stashed $8,000 ended up where? Picture on our website. On our third story, a man in a Tesla S doing something heroic with his Tesla! And of course, right in the middle of the show...
2017-03-0800 min
The Optimistic SpinBack To School_Fall Wedding_UPS Comes Through_Cookie Thief(March Is Feedback Month For Us! Leave a comment - we might read yours on the show!) In our first story, a charter school for adults to get their high school diploma, and it’s tuition free. Link Pictures on our website. Our second story, a survivor of the Boston bombing is getting married this fall; guess who she’s gonna marry? Picture on our website. Our third story is about a relentless UPS store owner who spent years trying to get a package to the right person. Picture on our website. And o...
2017-03-0100 min
The Optimistic SpinFace to face in DC; No 5 million; Tornado miracle; An amazing cookieThere are pictures on our website, www.TheOptimisticSpin.com In our first story, some Trump supporters in a DC restaurant after the election and their waitress was in the Women’s march! Pictures on our website. Our second story is about what one company did instead of shelling out 5 million bucks for a super bowl commercial. Our third story is about a lady who miraculously survived a deadly tornado. Wait till you hear this one! Picture on our website. And our fourth story is about a very, very special baker, with a ver...
2017-02-2200 min
The Optimistic SpinSnowcat In The Lake_Special College Grad_ Airport Name Change_ and What A SurgeonIn this episode, 4 great stories, with pictures and video on our website, www.TheOptimisticSpin.com In our first story, A SnowCat in Quebec falls through the ice and falls to the bottom of the lake. Kevin gets out, but his wife is still trapped. He’s going in after her! Listen to him describe it! Pictures on our website. Our second story is about a very, very special college grad with a 4.0 average. Find our why she's so special. Picture on our website. Our third story is about a petition to change the name...
2017-02-1500 min
The Optimistic SpinPregnant In the Snow_A Letter To Every Country_Frozen Princesses_Grocery LinesIn this episode, 4 great stories, with pictures and video on our website, www.TheOptimisticSpin.com In our first story, they carried a pregnant lady how far? In the snow? Wow! Our second story is about someone writing to every country in the world. His book has just been published. Oh, and he’s 9 years old! Video and picture on our website. Our third story is about Frozen princesses visiting sick kids. How cool an idea is this! Video on our website. And our fourth story is about something that happened at checkout...
2017-02-0800 min
The Optimistic SpinFamily First_A New Record_Lilac_Slackline RescueIn this episode, 4 great stories, with pictures and video on our website, www.TheOptimisticSpin.com First, a story of man who lost his job because he chose to be at the birth of his son on New Year's Day. A Picture of the whole family on the website. Our second story is about a senior citizen who just set a new cycling record, and you won’t believe how old he is! See his picture on our website. Our third story is pretty cool, and pretty funny too. I’ll just say, “Holy cow!” No...
2017-02-0100 min
The Optimistic SpinA Tip, A Truck, CO Gas, and A SeniorIn this episode, find pictures and segments on The Optimist Spin website. our website, www.TheOptimisticSpin.com First, a really nice big tip to a pregnant waitress who really needed it. See a picture on our website. Our second story is about a teen displaying some emergency super-hero strength. See a picture on our website. Our third story is about an off duty firefighter realizing there was CO in the restaurant. See a picture on our website. Our final story, puts the spotlight on a 4 year old and her kindness to a sen...
2017-01-2500 min
The Optimistic SpinA BLACK MAN AND THE KKK AND A RESCUE IN ARIZONAIn this episode, 2 stories, with pictures and a video on our website, www.TheOptimisticSpin.com First, find out what Daryl has been doing, one on one, concerning racial tensions in the US. This story will blow your mind! Pictures on our website. Our second story is about a family headed to the Grand Canyon for Christmas only to get stuck in the snow, with no cell service! A story of endurance and perseverance. “(Video on our website And of course, right in the middle of the show, Liz’s Fun Fact...
2017-01-1800 min
The Optimistic SpinA New YearIn this episode, our first radio show of the New Year, 2 great stories, with pictures and segments on our website, www.TheOptimisticSpin.com First, a lady in great pain and sorrow, in a store, crying, is helped by a total stranger, a lady with purple hair. You gotta hear this. Our second is an amazing story of a quadriplegic vet who recently received a double arm transplant. New arms! Photo on our website. And of course, right in the middle of the show, Liz’s Fun Facts! Our podcast is all the s...
2017-01-1100 min
The Optimistic SpinNew Years Eve 2016In this episode, our radio show (commercial free) from New Year’s Eve, 4 really cool stories, with pictures and segments on The Optimist Spin website. our website, www.TheOptimisticSpin.com First, what a local firefighter crew on Puyallup, Washington did on their own time to help a family a couple weeks ago. There’s a picture on our website. Our second story is the police in Texas, and what happened over and over when they pulled people over for routine traffic stops, around Thanksgiving. There’s a picture on our website. Our third story is ab...
2017-01-0400 min
The Optimistic SpinMike And Liz Christmas FavoritesIn this episode, a very special Christmas show! Mike and Liz each talk about their favorite Christmas song and why. And they play both songs. too. Videos of both songs on our website, www.TheOptimisticSpin.com And of course, right in the middle of the show, Liz’s Fun Facts! Our podcast contains all the segments of our radio show, back to back, with no commercials or news! If you like our podcast, please take a minute to comment or review it! We might just read it on an upc...
2016-12-2800 min
The Optimistic SpinDog Thief-Bag ladies-Lotto Winner-Repo ManIn this episode, 4 really cool stories, with pictures and a video on The Optimist Spin website. First, A dog thief who thought he could outrun Alyssa! He picked the wrong girl to try and outrun! Our second story is about, “Bag Ladies;” seriously, “Bag Ladies!” (Video and pictures on The Optimist Spin website Our third story is about the youngest person I’ve ever heard of with a winning lotto ticket. Guess what she did with the loot? Picture on The Optimist Spin website And our fourth story brought tears to my eyes - it’s...
2016-12-2100 min
The Optimistic SpinFree Pet Adoption-Iceland Letter-Pregnant On A BusIn this episode, pictures and a link are on our website, www.TheOptimisticSpin.com In our first story, a lady is paying for free pet adoptions in Sacramento, Frontstreetshelter.org till the end of the year. Our second story is about a letter to somewhere in Iceland, with no address, just a map on the envelope! Picture on our website: www.theoptimisticspin.com. Our third story is about a pregnant woman on a bus with serious contractions. Mike relates a bus story about when his mom was pregnant with him! And of cour...
2016-12-1400 min
The Optimistic SpinA Candy Bar-A Water Sprinkler-and Kindness to the PolicePictures and a link are on our website, www.TheOptimisticSpin.com Our first story is about a candy bar. Really? Yep. Someone stole it! Oh no! A picture of the note the thief left is on our website. Our second story is about a very impressive teen and his very impressive water sprinkler. He won first prize! A picture is on our website, www.theoptimisticspin.com Our third story is from Cedar City and what people there are doing for the men and women in blue. A picture is on our website. And of...
2016-12-0700 min
The Optimistic SpinKind Snacks Superheroes and Heimlich ManeuverIn this episode, pictures and video are on our website, www.TheOptimisticSpin.com Our first story is about spreading kindness while eating healthy snacks. It’s KIND of awesome! Watch the video on our website, www.theoptimisticspin.com Our second story puts the spotlight on a group of superheroes who joined forces at a children’s hospital. Look! It’s Superman! See a picture is on our website, www.theoptimisticspin.com Our third story takes place in a senior facility where an elderly woman’s life was saved by the Heimlich Maneuver - and you’ll never guess...
2016-11-3000 min
The Optimistic SpinA Baby A 6 Year Old And A Teen With CopsOur first story is about a couple trying really hard to have a baby - you’ll never guess what they did! Our second story is all about a 6 year old’s example we could all follow. A picture is on our website, www.theoptimisticspin.com Our third story is about a teenager and a couple of cops - don’t miss this one! And of course, right in the middle of the show, Liz’s Fun Facts! Our podcast are all the segments of our radio show, back to back, with no...
2016-11-2300 min
The Optimistic SpinGraffiti In Tenino and Some NFL Good GuysIn this episode, pictures and a link are on our website, www.TheOptimisticSpin.com Our First Story: Some really awful graffiti on a home in the little town of Tenino, Washington. The response from the town, in 24 hours before the family returned from a camping trip, will inspire you! Our Second Story: Liz and I put the spotlight on some NFL good guys and what they are doing to help in their communities and around the world. And, if you haven’t seen that “circle of unity” on the field at a recent game, by...
2016-11-1600 min
The Optimistic SpinA Blind Astronomer and Victory At The CitadelFor these two stories, you’ll find a video for our first, and a picture for our second on our website, www.TheOptimisticSpin.com Our first story is about a man in Canada who just started a new little business for tourists, showing them the stars in the heavens. By the way, he is blind! Our second story takes place at the Citadel. One of the cadets, after a horrible accident decided to not only return, but he wanted to try out for a prestigious drill team! And of course, right in the midd...
2016-11-0900 min
The Optimistic SpinIn His Suit-No Cash-Fun Facts-Cats-and RioIn this episode, as promised, video from our first story is up on our website, The Optimistic Spin. An amusing story of helping an animal in distress. Not a dog, or a cat, or a horse, or a cow, but a ….! Our second story is about filling up your gas tank and having no way to pay! After Liz’s Fun Facts, if you love cats, or hate cats, our third story is about cats and your heart. And finally, we have a story with a flash back to the Summer Olympics in Rio. Our...
2016-11-0200 min
The Optimistic SpinBobs Bus and 2 CopsIn this episode, our first story is about Bob and his bus, and his dog, Boggart. Bob has a goal, and what he’s doing to achieve that goal is not only amazing, but inspiring to all of us. Our second story is about a couple of cops - the men in blue have been in the spotlight for many months now, There are lots of stories about the police you never hear about. You’ll love this story. If you like our podcast, please take a minute to download it, rate it and review it...
2016-10-2600 min
The Optimistic Spin37 Cents A Wedding With Heart And 2 Pizza DeliveriesWow! 4 stories on this episode from our radio show; 37 cents at Applebee's, a wedding, and, 2 pizza deliveries. Our first story is a simple act of kindness that starts in the grocery line and ends up at Applebee's. Our second story has a lot of heart, literally! And Liz and I got a bit emotional. The last two stories are about pizza deliveries; oops - you’ll never guess what they delivered, in two separate communities in California - to say they delivered the wrong items is a huge understatement! If you like our podc...
2016-10-1900 min
The Optimistic SpinAutism At The Car WashIn this episode, a subject near and dear to Liz, two stories: one at a car wash in Florida, and one at a Chuck E Cheese in Florida. Liz understands autism and so does a loving dad in Florida. What he did for his son is absolutely astounding! After a visit to an amazing car wash, we head to Texas. A loving mom who got some unexpected help with her son’s birthday party at Chuck E Cheese. If you like our podcast, please take a minute to rate it on iTunes. We might just read i...
2016-10-1100 min
The Optimistic SpinLost In The Ocean And The GiftIn this episode, two stories: a ring lost in the ocean, and, a gift that will blow your mind. If you’ve ever been fishing on a boat and dropped something in the water, it’s gone, right? Maybe not. Our first story is about a ring lost overboard in the ocean! Our second story is not only encouraging and inspiring for blind people, but really for all of us. And, the story also tells of an unbelievable gift; a gift that will blow your mind. If you like our podcast, please take a minut...
2016-10-1100 min
The Optimistic SpinThe Nurse And The CabbieIn this episode, what a nurse is doing in her retirement years, and super kindness from a cabbie in Halifax. As a nurse, she lived a life of service, and now, it’s time to retire. What are you, or will will you do when you retire? What she’s doing is an inspiration! Our second story is about a cabbie in Halifax. He takes being nice to a whole new level. People we never hear about are doing really cool things for other people. If you like our podcast, please take a minute...
2016-10-1100 min
The Optimistic SpinFlowers and More FlowersJay's simple acts of kindness when he was in the hospital is now growing across the country! It was actually after Jay's month long stay in the hospital, while still mending from his accident, that an incredible idea came to him. Liz and I love this story, and you will do. How inspiring! If you like our podcast, please take a minute to rate it on iTunes. We might just read it on an upcoming episode! It really helps more friends find us so they can take a break from all the depressing news of the day. We al...
2016-10-0500 min
The Solution - For All Mankind, For All TimeHe is RisenEpisode 50: He is Risen!
Interview - Mike Verdicchio - Minister, Author and Teacher www.confidenceandjoy.com
Three of the greatest words ever spoken are "He is Risen!"
Jesus Christ is the only one that has died and then been raised from the dead to his perfect, new spiritual body. He was God’s perfect sacrifice by his obedience to do all that his Father requested and all that the law demanded in order to redeem you and me. God showed his approval of the Lord Jesus Christ by raising him from the dead. What an incredible moment in time for all...
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