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Sacred Realms: Exploring the Nexus of Religion, Spirituality, Science Fiction and FantasySacred Realms - Season 2, Episode 4: SupermanIn this episode of Sacred Realms, Rabbi Andrew Pepperstone, Pastor Travis McKee and Dr. Matthew Umbarger talk about spend some time talking about the recent James Gunn film Superman. You can contact us with any questions, comments or suggestions at sacredrealmspodcast@gmail.com
2025-09-301h 04Sacred Realms: Exploring the Nexus of Religion, Spirituality, Science Fiction and FantasySacred Realms - What is happening in the Realms? (July 2025(In this episode of What’s Happening in the Realm, Rabbi Andrew Pepperstone, Pastor Travis McKee and Dr. Matthew Umbarger talk about sci-fi, fantasy and religion. We begin with this month’s She’lah / The Question of the Month: What food would you take to an Apocalypse. Then on to what we have been watching or reading lately, including catching up on our Marvel shows and movies, Murderbot, The Last of Us and Paradise. And after the News from the Realms, we pull out some material From the Genzia: The City of Ember series. You can contact us with any qu...
2025-08-0459 minSacred Realms: Exploring the Nexus of Religion, Spirituality, Science Fiction and FantasySacred Realms - What's happening in the Realms? (June 2025)In this episode of What’s Happening in the Realm, our hosts, Andrew, Travis and Matthews address a question about inner turmoil, talk about what we have been watching or reading lately, which includes Andor, The Last of Us, Thunderbolts, Murberbot, Captain America: New World Order, and Black Mirror. Then, Mattew pulls out of the Geniza The Dragon King Trilogy. You can contact us with any questions, comments or suggestions at sacredrealmspodcast@gmail.com.
2025-07-1758 minSacred Realms: Exploring the Nexus of Religion, Spirituality, Science Fiction and FantasySacred Realms: Changes in the Realms and Revenge of the SithIn this episode of Sacred Realms, Changes in the Realms, we meet our two new co- hosts, Pastor Travis Smith McKee and Professor Matthew Umbarger, discuss our new format, and talk about expanding the podcast to be an ongoing multi-faith conversation. Then we talk about Revenge of the Sith, which came out 20 years ago this May.
2025-06-0146 minSacred Realms: Exploring the Nexus of Religion, Spirituality, Science Fiction and FantasySacred Realms - Announcing Changes to the PodcastIt's been over a year since we have uploaded any episodes to the podcast. This short episode is all about changes coming to the podcast, which is on track to begin productions again this summer.. New format. New hosts. New orientation. Look for new episodes this summer!
2025-05-0902 min
US Markets WrapUS Markets Wrap: Trump's Tier 2 TariffsChris Weston, Head Of Research, Pepperstone shares his insights on the magnitude of the latest signals in the markets following Trump's latest tariff surfs, odds of a recessions on the horizon, whether the retaliatory tariff moves between the US and China could escalate even further in coming days, as well as how investors are navigating in order to find a window for entrance. He also weighs in on how investors should be pricing in and the forecast for the FOMC rate path ahead. Presented by: Ryan HuangProduced by: Yeo Kai Ting (ykaiting@sph.co...
2025-04-1009 min
SBS On the MoneySBS On The Money: Where to next, after one of the worst days in yearsSBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves finds out how investors are feeling and where to next for the sharemarket, currencies and commodities after one of the worst days for equities in years with Andrew McAuley from UBS, Chris Weston from Pepperstone, and Mathan Somasundaram from Deep Data Analytics.
2025-04-0723 min
Good Money Guide Podcast: Investing, Trading & Currency Markets ExplainedSpring Statement Special With Ex-Bank of England Policymaker Andrew Sentance CBEIn this podcast episode (sponsored by Pepperstone) Michael Hewson and Michael Brown discuss the current state of the markets in light of recent tariff announcements, the introduction of special guest Andrew Sentance, and insights from his experience on the Bank of England's Monetary Policy Committee. The conversation delves into the independence of the Office for Budget Responsibility (OBR), the impact of interest rates on the economy, and the importance of diverse perspectives in monetary policy. The episode concludes with a discussion on the need for improved communication from the Bank of England.In this conversation...
2025-03-2856 minGood Money Guide Podcast: Investing, Trading & Currency Markets ExplainedInterest Rates & AI Scams + NVDA, BAB, QQ, CHG.L, TPK.L, WIX.L, NKE, FDX, JDW.L, KGF.L, FEVR.L, GMEIn this podcast episode, Michael Hewson and Michael Brown from Pepperstone discuss the recent developments in financial markets, focusing on central bank decisions, inflation metrics, and the impact of tariffs on the economy. They address the challenges faced by the Bank of England and the Federal Reserve, the implications of reshoring manufacturing, and the upcoming UK Spring Statement. The conversation also touches on company performances, market sentiment, and the dynamics of meme stocks like GameStop.Chapters:00:00 – Introduction and Podcast Overview 03:09 – Central Banks and Recent Policy Decisions 04:04 – Bank of England's Rate Decisions and Economic Outlook 07:19 – Federal Reserve's Challenges and Economic Projecti...
2025-03-2051 min
Money TalkBusiness and Market DiscussionAndrew Freris, CEO of Ecognosis Advisory, says the Fed is not going to cut interest rates in September and it's a bad time to buy US equities before the US election is done. But Chris Weston, Head of Research at Pepperstone, says the flow of the market...
2024-08-1617 minSacred Realms: Exploring the Nexus of Religion, Spirituality, Science Fiction and FantasySacred Realms: Canon and Creativity - The Parallels of Midrash and Fan FictionWe are back after a post-Passover break with our first full episode this year! We hope you will enjoy it, and tell your friends about it!In this episode of Sacred Realms, Canon and Creativity - The Parallels of Midrash and Fan Fiction, Rabbis Andrew and Lindsey talk about the human drive to embrace canons of myths and narratives and then to creatively develop and expand those worlds.We begin with this month’s She’lah / The Question of the Month: If you could write fan fiction in any sci-fi or fantasy realm, which one woul...
2024-06-061h 15Sacred Realms: Exploring the Nexus of Religion, Spirituality, Science Fiction and FantasySacred Realms: Looking Back Over One Year and Reframing the NextIn this special episode of Sacred Realms, Rabbis Andrew and Lindsey talk about one year since the beginning of this podcast. They look over its beginnings, the original intent, and where things have organically taken the podcast up to now and into the next year. You can contact us with any questions, comments or suggestions (general, suggestions for a She'elah / Question of the Month, or episode theme) at sacredrealmspodcast@gmail.com
2024-04-1119 minSacred Realms: Exploring the Nexus of Religion, Spirituality, Science Fiction and FantasySacred Realms: From Sarah to Sarah Connor - Heroines in Tanakh, Sci-Fi and FantasyIn this twelfth episode of Sacred Realms, “From Sarah to Sarah Connor - Heroines in Tanakh, Sci-Fi and Fantasy.” Rabbis Andrew and Lindsey talk about female characters in the Hebrew Bible, Science Fiction and Fantasy. We begin with this month’s She’lah / The Question of the Month: “Who is your favorite heroine?” Then on to what we have been watching or reading lately. Then we delve into this episode’s main topic. Lastly, we pull out some material From the Genzia, talking about the sci-fi show “Fringe.” You can contact us with any questions, comments or suggestions at sacredrealmspodcas...
2024-04-081h 13Sacred Realms: Exploring the Nexus of Religion, Spirituality, Science Fiction and FantasySacred Realms: Just My TypeIn this eleventh episode of Sacred Realms, “Just My Type,” Rabbis Andrew and Lindsey talk about competing and conflicting narratives in Sci-fi, Fantasy and Judaism. We begin with this month’s She’lah / The Question of the Week: “When have you felt like you were living a scene from the Tanakh?” Then on to what we have been watching or reading lately. Then we delve into this episode’s main topic: “Just My Type.” Lastly, we pull out some material From the Genzia, talking about the Prydain Chronicles by Lloyd Alexander and the new Wonka movie. You can contact us with any questi...
2024-02-211h 15Sacred Realms: Exploring the Nexus of Religion, Spirituality, Science Fiction and FantasySacred Realms: Clash of the NarrativesIn this tenth episode of Sacred Realms, “Clash of the Narratives,” Rabbis Andrew and Lindsey talk about competing and conflicting narratives in Sc-fi, Fantasy and Judaism. We begin with this month’s She’lah / The Question of the Week: “How did you negotiate among conflicting narratives?” Then on to what we have been watching or reading lately. Then we delve into this episode’s main topic: “Clash of the Narratives.” Lastly, we pull out some material From the Genzia, talking about the 1983 Sci-fi/Fantasy cult classic Krull. You can contact us with any questions, comments or suggestions at sacredrealmspodcast@gmail.comSe...
2023-12-311h 06Sacred Realms: Exploring the Nexus of Religion, Spirituality, Science Fiction and FantasySacred Realms - Living in the Grey: Beyond Good and EvilIn this ninth episode of Sacred Realms, “Living in the Grey: Beyond Good and Evil,” Rabbis Andrew and Lindsey talk about the moral clarity of narratives that have stark contrasts between Good and Evil, and ones where the line is blurry and even non-existent. We begin with this month’s She’lah / The Question of the Month: “Who is your favorite morally ambiguous villain?” Then on to what we have been watching or reading lately. Then we delve into this episode’s main topic: “Living in the Grey: Beyond Good and Evil.” Lastly, we pull out some material From the Geniza, talkin...
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For the Love of JudaismSci-fi and JudaismThis week Rabbi Pont is joined by Rabbis Lindsey Healey-Pollack and Andrew Pepperstone, hosts of the podcast Sacred Realms. Sacred Realms discusses the intersection between Judaism and a wide range of sci-fi and fantasy books, movies, and television shows. Each episode, Rabbi Lindsey and Rabbi Andrew discuss what they have been watching or reading recently, do a deep dive into a main topic, bring out from "the Geniza," something from the not-that-distant past, and more.Whether Sci-Fi is your thing or not, you are sure to enjoy this conversation about the many overlaps between a popular genre a...
2023-11-2437 minSacred Realms: Exploring the Nexus of Religion, Spirituality, Science Fiction and FantasySacred Realms - At Journey's EndIn this eighth episode of Sacred Realms, “At Journey’s End,” Rabbis Andrew and Lindsey talk about the classic motif of the journey, and how the Torah’s narratives and some sci-fi and fantasy subvert our expectations at the end of the “Hero’s Journey.” We begin with this month’s She’lah / The Question of the Month: “What has been an important journey in your life?” Then on to what we have been watching or reading lately, including Ahsoka (Disney+), Invasion (AppleTV), Foundation (AppleTV) and Dimension 20 (Drop Out), a role-playing series with some unconventional settings and stories. Then, we have some Jewish sc...
2023-10-131h 31Sacred Realms: Exploring the Nexus of Religion, Spirituality, Science Fiction and FantasySacred Realms: From Ruin to RenewalIn this seventh episode of Sacred Realms: From Ruin to Renewal, Rabbis Andrew and Lindsey talk about Destruction and Reconstruction.We begin this week’s She’lah / The Question of the Week: “What was an important aspect of renewal in your life?” Then on to what we have been watching or reading lately, with Rabbis Andrew and Lindsay talking about Foundation, Secret Invasion, Star Trek and Barbie. We then have a piece of Jewish Pop Culture news about prosthetics and the portrayal of Jewish characters in film and television. Then we delve into this episode’s main topic: From Ruin to Renewal...
2023-08-301h 46Sacred Realms: Exploring the Nexus of Religion, Spirituality, Science Fiction and FantasySacred Realms: Golems - Protectors or Perils?In this sixth episode of Sacred Realms, Rabbis Andrew and Lindsey talk about Golems: Protectors or Perils? We begin this week’s She’lah / The Question of the Week: “If you had a golem, what task would you have them do for you?” Then on to what we have been watching or reading lately, with Rabbi Andrew talking Apple’s Silo, Marvel’s Secret Invasion, and tracing the theme of golems in pop-culture, and Rabbi Lindsey talking about Pixar’s Elementral and Netflix’s Charlotte. We then have a piece of Jewish Sci-fi/Fantasy news about the next actor to play Superman. T...
2023-07-131h 13Sacred Realms: Exploring the Nexus of Religion, Spirituality, Science Fiction and FantasySacred Realms: The Limits of Technology - Machines, Robots and AIIn this fifth episode of Sacred Realms, Rabbis Andrew and Lindsey talk about the limits of Technology, Machines, Robots and AI.We begin this week’s She’lah / The Question of the Week: “What is your favorite piece of technology from sci-fi or fantasy?”Then on to what we have been watching or reading lately, with Rabbi Andrew talking about The Flash, Silo, The Great, Across the Spiderverse and a few other little things he has been watching, and Rabbi Lindsey talks about the Star Wars show Andor.Then we delve into this episode’s main topic: Technology: Is there a limit to...
2023-06-201h 14Sacred Realms: Exploring the Nexus of Religion, Spirituality, Science Fiction and FantasySacred Realms: The Rational, Mystical and Psychedelic in Judaism (Ep 4 Bonus Material)During out fourth episode on What if? Futurism and Speculative Fiction, we digressed into the topic of rational thought, mystical thought and psychedelics in Judaism and in Jewish thought. If that interests you, we hope you will have a listen.
2023-05-1215 minSacred Realms: Exploring the Nexus of Religion, Spirituality, Science Fiction and FantasySacred Realms: What if? Speculative Fiction and FuturismIn this fourth episode of Sacred Realms, Rabbis Andrew and Lindsey talk about What if? Speculative Fiction and Futurism.We begin with what is now called She’lah / The Question of the Week: “What favorite realm of yours would you like to see one thousand years in the future?”Then on to what we have been watching or reading lately, with Rabbi Andrew talking about the shows The Mandalorian: Season 3 and The Hunters, and Rabbi Lindsey talking about graphic novel series Monstress.Then we delve into this episode’s main topic, inspired by Israel’s 75th Independence Day: Is Theodor Herzl’s ut...
2023-05-121h 11Sacred Realms: Exploring the Nexus of Religion, Spirituality, Science Fiction and FantasySacred Realms: Storytelling in Sci-fi, Fantasy and JudaismIn this third episode of Sacred Realms, Rabbis Andrew and Lindsay talk about Storytelling.We begin getting to know each by sharing our favorite storytellers, and then on to what we have been watching or reading lately, with Rabbi Andrew talking about the Jewish themes in Season 3 of the Mandalorian, and Rabbi Lindsay talking about Carnival Row, cultural appropriation and colonization.Then we delve into this episode’s main topic: Storytelling as a core practice for religions in general and Judaism in particular, and muse on the similar function and purpose of Sci-fi and Fantasy.And since Passover is coming up...
2023-04-031h 09Sacred Realms: Exploring the Nexus of Religion, Spirituality, Science Fiction and FantasySacred Realms - Empires in Judaism, Sci-fi and FantasyShow Notes:In this second episode of Sacred Realms, Rabbis Andrew and Lindsey get to know each other a little better, talk about what they have been watching or reading as of late (Servant and Wednesday), and then delve into this episode’s main topic: Empires in Biblical and Rabbinic sources, and in science fiction and fantasy settings as well, specifically in two epic political sagas, Star Wars and Game of Thrones. Lastly, we pull out the great-but-short-lived series Firefly from the Geniza (the place where old material sits and ages).You can find the Bi...
2023-03-051h 02Sacred Realms: Exploring the Nexus of Religion, Spirituality, Science Fiction and FantasySacred Realms: Going out on a limb / Trees in Judaism, Sci-fi and FantasyIn the first episode of this podcast, Rabbis Lindsay and Andrew:Introduce themselves, their sci-fi and fantasy fan backgrounds and their Jewish and Rabbinic backgrounds, as well as the goals and aim for this podcast series;Talk about what we have been watching or reading lately;Delve into our main topic: Trees, Tu Bishvat, the Jewish New of Trees (which falls this year on Monday, February 6), and tree imagery in Biblical and Rabbinic sources and in several science fiction and fantasy settings.Pull out a couple of pieces "From the Geniza"...
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Desire To Trade Podcast | Forex Trading & Interviews with Highly Successful Traders385: Learn To Trade Like A Master - Forex Trader Motivation Learn To Trade Like A Master - Forex Trader Motivation In episode 385 of the Desire To Trade Podcast, you will learn to trade like a master. Want to develop your mindset for profitable trading? You can try and experiment but if you're being wise with time, listening to podcasts like this could help you build strategies that absolutely work. Get expert trading advice from the best of the best. Forex Trader Motivation playlist >> Watch the video recording! Here are the full interviews used in this Forex Trader M...
2023-01-1612 min
Desire To Trade Podcast | Forex Trading & Interviews with Highly Successful TradersThe Reality of a Trader Lifestyle | Forex Trader Motivation The Reality of a Trader Lifestyle | Forex Trader Motivation In episode 376 of the Desire To Trade Podcast, you'll be hearing a compilation of advice from highly successful traders on how to be profitable in trading and the reality of making a full-time income trading. Don't forget to comment below this video with your favorite advice!! Sit back and relax...and if you're not yet subscribed to the channel, don't hesitate to do so! Forex Trader Motivation playlist >> Watch the video recording! Complete interviews u...
2022-11-1408 min
Desire To Trade Podcast | Forex Trading & Interviews with Highly Successful TradersTrading Mindset Secrets Of The Best Traders - Andrew Menaker Trading Mindset Secrets Of The Best Traders In episode 340 of the Desire To Trade Podcast, Etienne interviews trading psychologist Dr. Andrew Menaker. We discuss the trading mindset of the best traders. What are things the greatest traders do to improve their trading psychology & mindset? You'll find out by watching this video! Let's get started!!! Listen to Andrew Menaker's previous interview (2016) Watch the video interview here In This Episode, You'll Learn... 0:15 Introduction 0:36 What has Andrew done since his last interview with Etienne 3:39 Why Andrew went from military consultant to...
2022-03-1435 min
Desire To Trade Podcast | Forex Trading & Interviews with Highly Successful TradersDaily Routines Of Full Time Traders | Forex Trader Motivation Daily Routines Of Full-Time Traders In episode 262 of the Desire To Trade Podcast, you'll be hearing a compilation of advice from highly successful traders. Whether you're aspiring to achieve a Forex success story for yourself or trade-in any other market, this video will provide you the trading motivation you need! Sit back and relax...and if you're not yet subscribed to the channel, don't hesitate to do so! Forex Trader Motivation playlist >> Watch the video recording! Complete interviews used for this Forex Trader Motivation video
2020-09-0710 min
Desire To Trade Podcast | Forex Trading & Interviews with Highly Successful TradersThe Secrets To Multiple Timeframe Trading The Forex Market The Secrets To Multiple Timeframe Trading The Forex Marke In episode 259 of the Desire To Trade Podcast, I sit down once again with Andrew Mitchem, a Forex swing trader based in New Zealand. We discuss his progress over the recent years as well as his special ways to look at multiple timeframes. Let's get started!!! >> Watch the video recording! In This Episode, You'll Learn... What has been going on with Andrew Mitchem since the last interview on 2015 00:57 What are the keys to being able to quit your job a...
2020-08-1738 min
Desire To Trade Podcast | Forex Trading & Interviews with Highly Successful TradersPassed FTMO & Got Funded (Success Story) - Michal Biesek Passed FTMO & Got Funded (Success Story) In episode 249 of the Desire To Trade Podcast, I interview funded trader Michal Biesek to talk about his trading journey and share how he successfully passed the FTMO challenge. Michal is a Polish trader living in Scotland who recently went to the FTMO challenge and got successfully funded. Michal trades alongside his best mate who is also his trading partner. Let's get started!!! >> Watch the video recording! In This Episode, You'll Learn... Who is Michal Biesek and how he started trading 00:58 Why Michal's learning curve in...
2020-06-0818 min
Desire To Trade Podcast | Forex Trading & Interviews with Highly Successful TradersLearn to Take The Loss to Make Money in Trading | Forex Trader Motivation Learn to Take The Loss to Make Money in Trading In episode 236 of the Desire To Trade Podcast, you'll be hearing a compilation of advice from highly successful traders. Surrounding yourself with the right thoughts & people is crucial! Sit back and relax...and if you're not yet subscribed to the channel, don't hesitate to do so! Forex Trader Motivation playlist >> Watch the video recording! Complete interviews used for this Forex Trader Motivation video Rande Howell The Lazy Trader Raja Zahoor (WicksDontLie) Khaled Maziad...
2020-03-0914 min
Online Forex Trading Course#253: Walk Before You Can RunPodcast: Walk Before You Can RunIn this weekly video: 00:21 – Our goal is to be profitable 00:58 – Start slowly and then your trading will be better long term 01:40 – Begin with a demo account 02:50 – When you change to a live account, trade the same way 03:16 – Trading account up +7.4% in 3 weeks 04:50 – Forget making money when you start tradingYou need to be able to walk before you can run as a Forex trader. Let's talk about that and more right now.Hi Forex traders, Andrew Mitchem here, the Forex Trading Coach video and podcast...
2017-12-0305 minOnline Forex Trading Course#234: Which Forex Broker Should You Use?Podcast: Which Forex Broker Should You Use?In this weekly video:00:29 – Which broker should I use? 01:03 – I use Pepperstone, AxiTrader, Go Markets and Blueberry Markets 02:12 – ASIC Regulated brokers 02:30 – Oanda and Traders Way are the 2 brokers I suggest for US traders 03:55 – A new Trade Copier Service is now availableWhich Forex broker should you use and why? It's an important subject. Let's talk about that and more, right now.Hi, Forex traders. Andrew Mitchem here. The Forex Trading Coach video and podcast number 234.Which broker should I use?Now, a day does...
2017-07-2304 minOnline Forex Trading CourseWhat to look for when choosing a good Forex brokerPodcast: What to look for when choosing a good Forex brokerIn this video: 00:23 – Are you looking for a good Forex broker? 01:00 – What makes a broker different? 01:30 – The brokers I personally use and why 02:00 – Who to use if you live in the US 03:01 – Ensuring your funds are safe 03:15 – Use a 5pm EST start of day chart 03:50 – Tight spreads are needed throughout the entire day 05:02 – It’s your decision, your money – choose wisely 05:40 – The JPY strengthened all week 06:04 – Live trading webinar with my clients – great trading results achieved.What qualities should...
2016-02-2106 minOnline Forex Trading Course21st September – The Forex Trading Coach Weekly UpdatePodcast:In this video:00:48 This week a 2.6% return01:34 Two hour live trading room webinar01:47 Taking profitable trades during live sessions01:54 Silver trades continue to climb up02:18 Looking at a charting platform02:28 Importance of Eastern Standard Time03:30 Charting package for a successful Forex Trader03:42 More useful Forex Trading TipsHi it’s Andrew Mitchem here, The Forex Trading Coach.Today is Friday, the 21st of September.It’s been a really good week for me personally on my own trades. I’m up 2.6% for the week and I still...
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