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Growing Up Poor in Irish BostonEp. 38 General MacArthur's Triumphant TourSend us a textEpisode 38 General MacArthur's Triumphant Tour recalls the time after the Korean War when MacArthur was being considered for president. His entourage drove right by our neighborhood on Storrow Drive. He was not however "Storrowed" for those who get the traffic idea.Support the show2025-04-2604 min
Face Life’s ChaosWho’s talking in your head?
Let's get our heads examined to see who's doing the talking. Learn how to identify those voices which can ruin your life.
2025-02-0313 minFace Life’s ChaosOutta Control Living
I talk with David about how controlling one's thoughts controls one's life. Learn to monitor your thoughts, and in that way control your actions & responses.2025-01-2714 minFace Life’s ChaosThis is your world: Headline Observations
I talk with David about eye-catching headlines from the Seattle Times. Take a practical look into the power of wisdom in everyday occurrences.2025-01-2016 minFace Life’s ChaosAre we full yet?
I talk with David about how to fill the voids in life. Listen to the end to discover Solomon's secret.2025-01-1414 minFace Life’s ChaosKeep your eyes wide open
I talk with David about eyeballing the new year, 2025. Plan to grow in four vital areas of your life.2024-12-3013 minFace Life’s ChaosSuccess ain't for quitters
I talk with David about how to measure success. Learn some amazing points from highly successful people on how they did it.2024-12-2314 minFace Life’s ChaosManaging Money can be Interesting!
I talk with David about money again; how interesting can money be? The longer you wait to spend your money, the more of it you'll be able to spend!2024-12-1714 minFace Life’s ChaosFear of Failure: The Trapdoor to Mediocrity
I talk with David about how to rise above mediocrity and turn failure into wings. Becoming who you can be is better than settling for average.2024-12-0913 minFace Life’s ChaosGratitude: Your under-used Super Power
I talk with David about the value and power of gratitude. Focusing on the good in your life can turn every dark situation around.2024-12-0213 minFace Life’s ChaosThankful for Thanksgiving
I talk with David about being thankful, especially at Thanksgiving. It honors our Creator and makes every circumstance more pleasant.2024-11-2511 minFace Life’s ChaosDealing with loss: Maple died and we all cried
I talk with David about my three pets that died. Our grief over the loss of a loved one invites us to look beyond the grave.2024-11-1913 minFace Life’s ChaosBenefit of the Doubt
I talk with David about granting other people the Benefit of the Doubt. You will brighten the world around you with your generous spirit.2024-11-1111 minFace Life’s ChaosHope Gives you Wings
I talk with David about the uplifting, heart-helping power of hope! Hope drives you toward your future and urges you to carry on through setbacks.2024-11-0416 minFace Life’s ChaosSelf-Centered Living is so Selfish
I talk about navigating a culture that is self-focused. Self-centered people abound. Do NOT let yourself become one of them.
2024-10-2814 minFace Life’s ChaosVote smart: uninformed choices are expensive
I apply the power of critical thinking to some of our heavier decisions. Good outcomes are possible! Take care how you vote, your future pivots with the outcome.2024-10-2114 minFace Life’s ChaosDo you think you're a good thinker?
I talk with David about the power and value of critical thinking. Good choices are possible! Investing time in critiquing decisions minimizes future chaos.2024-10-1412 minFace Life’s ChaosBrutal Facts and Convenient Lies
I talk with David about facing immovable facts to make decisions that avoid negative outcomes.
Truth remains true no matter how much we might wish otherwise.
2024-10-0713 minFace Life’s ChaosSometimes Truth HurtsI talk about the power and pain of truth. Sometimes it hurts, but with your heart as your compass, truth is your North Pole2024-09-3012 minFace Life’s ChaosEveryday Faith
I talk about faith. Does it have a place in modern life? How does fit with the theme of facing life's chaos? Life is fuller, freer, and more powerful when we trust other people.2024-09-2313 minFace Life’s ChaosWhat do you think about Jesus?
I discuss the variety of ideas people have about Jesus. Did He even really exist? Finding clarity in history gives you a basis for informed decisions.2024-09-1614 minFace Life’s ChaosLiving Intentionally: Critical Steps
I follow up with David and share seven key steps to living intentionally as well as some rewards. Being in control leads to a gratifying life.2024-09-0915 minFace Life’s ChaosLive intentionally; purpose to excel
I talk with David about living life intentionally to get the sweet parts. Imagine how full and rewarding life will be when you live on purpose.2024-09-0211 minFace Life’s ChaosAre you under the influence of people?
I talk with David about influence: how to be a good one and how to avoid being negatively influenced. Influence can be subtle, but it's powerful; take it seriously.
2024-08-2611 minFace Life’s ChaosRespect: Your ticket to amazing relationships
I take a note from Aretha Franklin; respect for other people is the only way to live well. It rises above and smooths the rough edges of society.2024-08-2012 minFace Life’s ChaosWanna keep your job? Interview with a big-box manager
I visit my other friend, Greg, a former big-box store manager. He talks about how to thrive at work. When I make my manager's job easier, we both succeed.2024-08-1321 minFace Life’s ChaosPusuing a position in technology, Pt. 2Inpart 2 of my interview with Mark, my retired engineering friend, he gets more specific about technical interviews.2024-08-0613 minFace Life’s ChaosHow to land a job in the technical field, Pt. 1
I host another interview, this time with a retired engineer responsible for hiring qualified college grads. He shares what he looked for in applicants.2024-07-2717 minFace Life’s ChaosWanna Job? Insights from a blue-collar hirer
I interview a blue-collar man who has hired many young people. He shares insights on how to win a job.2024-07-2219 minFace Life’s ChaosFireworks and Fools
I talk with David about contorlling his inner pyro. Loss of control can become deadly.2024-07-1511 minFace Life’s ChaosFreedom!
I talk with David about our precious freedoms. Let's honor the price that purchased them.2024-07-0812 minFace Life’s ChaosWhat can Jesus do for you?
I talk with David about the real-life person, Jesus of Nazareth. Following Him is surprisingly uplifting.2024-07-0112 minFace Life’s ChaosWanna live above fear?
I talk with David about facing life head-on without fear. A guardian angel is a good thing to have.2024-06-2413 minFace Life’s ChaosOwn Your Mess-ups.
I talk with David about the dangers of avoidance and escapism. Owning my mistakes is the only way to truly escape from them.2024-06-1709 minFace Life’s ChaosDon't let Chaos be your excuse.
I talk with David about why there is so much chaos in the world. Don't let unforeseen forces and differing opinions keep you from your goals.2024-06-1110 minFace Life’s ChaosYou gonna "Man Up" or not?
I talk with David about why and how to “man up.” Taking responsibility is the only way to excel.2024-06-0310 minFace Life’s ChaosWhat is your bigger-than-life cause?
I talk with David about embracing a cause bigger than himself. The most gratifying life is one that lifts others.2024-05-2714 minFace Life’s ChaosHow ya gonna vote?
I talk with David about deciding how he should vote. I don't tell him who, but I talk about how and why.2024-05-2013 minFace Life’s ChaosWhat are your options?
I talk with David about the strategies behind making good choices. Always make big decisions with an eye on your future.2024-05-1312 minFace Life’s ChaosI wanna know what love is
I talk with David about Forest Gump's famous line: “I know what love is.” But, do you know how much it costs?2024-05-0615 minFace Life’s ChaosNo Pain, No Gain; Forgiveness is hard!
I talk with David about the liberating power of forgiveness. Do you remember Nelson Mandella?2024-04-2915 minFace Life’s ChaosIsn't War a massive waste?
I talk with David about the ongoing chaotic violence in our world. Does war ever really make sense?2024-04-2213 minFace Life’s ChaosDo we really need a moral compass?
I talk with David about setting and holding to personal standards. Set them well; living with high standards rises above chaos.2024-04-1516 minFace Life’s ChaosPeer Pressure is NOT your friend
I talk with David about the “roar” of the crowd. Peer pressure can be powerful. Learning to resist it can save your life.2024-04-0812 minFace Life’s ChaosWhat earthly good is money?
I talk with David about the real value of money. If it can't buy you love, as the song goes, what good is it?2024-04-0112 minFace Life’s ChaosWanna see things change? Get involved!
I talk with David about the need to get involved. It takes more than being shocked or disgusted; If you wanna make a difference, you gotta step up.2024-03-2511 minFace Life’s ChaosWanna be the best you can be?
I share ideas with David about how reading the Bible regularly will make our society better. Everybody wants a social climate of love and respect. Here's how.2024-03-1814 minFace Life’s ChaosHow far can you see into the future?
I share with David two solid reasons why I accept the Creator and His Bible. His proven ability to see what lies ahead makes Him a reliable source for great decision making.2024-03-1113 minFace Life’s ChaosCan you afford to gamble?
I talk with David about the biggest gamble in life: whether or not I choose to follow the Creator. Many of life's decisions are relatively inconsequential; but not this one.2024-03-0413 minFace Life’s ChaosI love hating hatred, don't you?
I talk with David about the devastating erosion of hatred. It poisons everything. Life is miserable when it revolves around hatred. Find a better way!2024-02-2611 minFace Life’s ChaosWithout commitment, you gonna fail!
I talk with David about the power of commitment. Fear makes us normal, commitment makes us excellent.
Following through all the way takes you to your goal!2024-02-1914 minFace Life’s ChaosI would never lie to myself, would I?
I talk with David about how to detect and avoid self-deception. We hate being lied to by others; it worse when we do it to ourselves.
Always tell yourself the brutal truth and watch your world blossom.2024-02-1212 minFace Life’s ChaosWhat can I do so my get up and go will get up and go?
I talk with David about achieving goals by getting and staying motivated; kinda like a do-it-yourself podcast for success! If anybody who wants to can succeed, why not me?2024-02-0515 minFace Life’s ChaosYou're growing older; who you gonna be when you get there?
I talk with David about being able to envision the person he wants to become and how to get there.Take hold of your future now so that when you get there you'll like who you became!2024-01-2911 minFace Life’s ChaosServing others is a blessing?
I talk with David about helping or serving others. Why should he do that instead of looking out for himself? Actually, it's prolly the best thing he could do for himself.2024-01-2210 minFace Life’s ChaosWe're all Gonna Die!
I talk with David about an unspoken reality: We're all gonna die! The only question is: How does that impact my choices today? Making better choices and informed ones is the best way to ensure a great future.2024-01-1611 minFace Life’s ChaosWhy should I listen to you?
I talk with David and answer a burning question: "Why should he listen to me?"
I give him five reasons. Are they good ones? Listen and decide.2024-01-0914 minFace Life’s ChaosHow to talk yourself into a Positive Future
I talk with David about what my favorite motivational speaker said about goals. You will become the person you constantly see in your heart.2023-11-2014 minFace Life’s ChaosMy embarrasing self-talk malfunction
I talk with David about personal experiences with self-talk. You'll be amazed at how powerful your inner voice is.2023-11-1415 minFace Life’s ChaosSelf Talk: Use your thoughts, control your reality
In which I begin to talk with David about self-talk strategies.
You can use that little inner voice to set the course of your life.2023-11-0613 minFace Life’s ChaosIt's all in your head: how self-talk guides your life
I begin a talk with David about the power of self-talk.
That little voice in your head sets the course of your life2023-10-3013 minFace Life’s ChaosAre you paying attention?
I talk with David about the life-enriching capability of mindfulness.Being acutely aware means better living, by far.2023-10-2413 minFace Life’s ChaosForgiveness, hatred's nemesis
I talk more with David about forgiveness; the cure and reversal of hatred.Gratitude and forgiveness make this world better.2023-10-1619 minFace Life’s ChaosHating hatred is a good thingI talk with David about the self-inflicting, society-crippling power of hatred, and it's cure.
We don't need more hatred; it's man's worst enemy.2023-10-0315 minFace Life’s ChaosCan you believe that?
I talk with David about the place of faith in everyday living. Is it a crutch or a useful tool?Without faith it is impossible to move ahead.2023-09-1813 minFace Life’s ChaosStaying Power
I talk with David about the power of persistence. Sticking with an effort spells success. Overcoming obstacles through perseverance feels good.2023-09-1113 minFace Life’s ChaosWas it a Summer of Love?
I talk with David about the summer of 2020, the “Summer of Love,” and the attitudes that made it devastating.
Contentment, gratitude, and drive make life enjoyable.
2023-08-2913 minFace Life’s ChaosThe "Haves" and the "Have nots"
I talk with David about the “haves” and the “have nots.” Happiness is in the mind, not in ownership.
Both contempt and self-pity will make your life miserable!2023-08-2113 minFace Life’s ChaosInterested in Money? Me, too!
I talk with David about money, specifically how to make money interesting. The longer you wait to spend your money, the more of it you'll be able to spend!2023-08-0815 minFace Life’s ChaosDo you have Trust Issues?
I talk with David about the people in his life. Who are you gonna trust? How do you know?
It's good to have trustworthy friends, don't you think?2023-07-3113 minFace Life’s ChaosOne liners: More thoughts about life
I talk with David using even more mottoes to live by. Self-talk is powerful, and repeating memorable mottos sets a positive path. I help define his success.2023-07-2419 minFace Life’s ChaosOne liners to live by
In this episode I talk with David about power-packed one liners. Self-talk is powerful, and repeating memorable mottoes sets a positive path.
It's good to define your success.2023-07-1816 minFace Life’s ChaosThe Power of Pursuing your Goals: AchievementI talk with David about cruising through life effectively by setting and pursuing goals, ones that fill your heart.
Aim high and see where you go!2023-07-0413 minFace Life’s ChaosPivot: Changing Directions in LifeI'm gonna talk with David about why I pivoted after my junior year of college. I was preparing to become a chemical engineer. What provoked me to change?2023-06-2716 minFace Life’s ChaosSo you Graduated; What's next?
I talk with David about the choices one makes after graduating from high school. What's next for the graduate?
Consider King Solomon's guidance.
2023-06-1913 minFace Life’s ChaosI Protest against Violent Protests
Today I'm gonna talk with David about the power of peaceful protest. The in-your-face approach of our culture is divisive and ineffective.
Dr. King showed a better way.2023-06-1314 minFace Life’s ChaosUsing Obstacles to get Ahead
Today I'm gonna talk with David about the blessing of obstacles. Do they stop me, slow me down, or show me a better way?
Don't let them stop you, use them to get ahead!2023-06-0612 minFace Life’s ChaosBullies abound: Rise above
I talk with David about bullying and its corrosive malignance. It damages everyone involved, even the bully.
Don't be like him, rise above.2023-05-3016 minFace Life’s ChaosCan we talk?
I talk with David about the disaster of shutting out dialog. No matter who we want to blame; the one who refuses to talk about it is responsible for divisiveness.
Dialog is always a two-way street.2023-05-1515 minFace Life’s ChaosDon't let your "friends" bring you down
Today I'm gonna to talk with David about the dangers friends can introduce. Good ones inspire; but bad ones can lead you astray.
Pick wisely and avoid dark places.2023-05-0815 minFace Life’s ChaosA true friend is a treasure
I talk with David about how my best friend showed me true loyalty and friendship; and what it cost.
Good friends will fill your heart.2023-05-0116 minFace Life’s ChaosThe Secret I learned on a railroad track
Today I talk with David about how my salmon fishing experience can help him overcome chaos when it happens. Watching the waves makes you “talk to Ralph,” look at the horizon instead.
Stay focused and stay sane.2023-04-2513 minFace Life’s ChaosThe ATM Caper
Today I talk with David about selfish greed. Stealing is a scourge on society. It costs everyone a lot of money and hurts a lot of people. But what does it do to the thief?
Have I got an apple of a story for you!
2023-04-1817 minFace Life’s ChaosStrengthened by My Weaknesses
Today I'm gonna to talk with David about weaknesses. We all have'em, but how do we treat'em; as excuses for failure, or as opportunities to become stronger? Stronger is better. So get in the game and get strong.2023-04-1016 minFace Life’s ChaosPutting an end to tragedy
Rod talks with David about last week's school shooting in Tennessee. What a heartbreak. He tries to help him focus on the only workable solution to further tragedies.
2023-04-0309 minFace Life’s ChaosBlame-shifting or "I did it"; which do you choose?I talk with David about taking responsibility for choices and actions. Responsibility-ducking, finger-pointing, and blame-shifting never fixed anything.
Stand up and man-up. Own it and move on.2023-03-2814 minFace Life’s ChaosDepression is Depressing; Fight BackDon't confuse sadness or discouragement with depression. That's like comparing molehills to mountains.
Many years ago I was in a deep depression; I searched for and found a way out. Let me share it with you.2023-03-2016 minFace Life’s ChaosThe earthling’s guide to great livingInstead of being a “book of rules” for Christians, the Bible has answers. Did you know that any relationship question you might have is answered in the Bible? It's like your personal GPS through life.2023-03-1315 minFace Life’s ChaosIs the Bible really from God?Did you know that most people who reject the Bible don't really know what it is? That's like turning down a pot of gold because someone else said the old pot was worthless! I tell you, there's gold inside; It's worth looking into.
2023-03-0615 minFace Life’s ChaosWhat should I do with advice?Advice! Everybody wants to give you advice. Whatcha gonna do? Listen to everyone? Listen to no one? listen to some?
Good choosing makes for good long-term results and outcomes.2023-02-2713 minFace Life’s ChaosWith integrity you winThree positive things come from integrity: You keep out of trouble, you'll be respected by others, and you'll walk in the blessings of God. Becoming a person of integrity has a lot to offer. It's up to you.2023-02-2115 minFace Life’s ChaosOvercoming Gun ViolenceI help David explore the real problem of gun ownership and how to overcome violence.2023-02-1315 minFace Life’s ChaosStand for What you Stand forI talk
with David about standing strong and living without compromise.
Without clarity in convictions it’s
easy to wimp out. Standing firm is good. Nobody respects a snowflake.2023-02-0710 minFace Life’s ChaosThe Power of HopeDon't give up on dreams; instead, hold on to them through hope. A clear goal and a firm expectation to achieve it is all you need!2023-01-3110 minFace Life’s ChaosFear Can't Hurt YouToday I'm going to talk with David about fear, False Evidence Appearing Real.People sometimes let fear stop them from accomplishing good things or fulfilling their dreams. Sometimes people use fear for manipulation and control.Confident living is always better than angst.2023-01-2318 minFace Life’s ChaosWhy are you afraid of that?
In this episode I talk with David about fear, False Evidence Appearing Real.
We sometimes let fear stop us from accomplishing good things or fulfilling our dreams. Sometimes people use fear to exert control. Confident living is always better than angst.2023-01-1719 minFace Life’s ChaosResponding to Setbackswe talk about coping with setbacks and disappointments. When real life takes a turn into darkness, what happens to your mood? Do you dispair and give up; or do you look for the stars?
You cannot control life, but you might master your mood.2023-01-0911 min
Face Life’s ChaosAnti-GhostingBlatant discrimination is gripping and crippling our culture. Can we survive as a society if we won't listen to each other?2023-01-0311 min
FulfilledRadioProbing the Profits with Rod MacArthur on Ezekiel 25-26Rod MacArthur shares his excellent thoughts and studies on Ezekiel.
2013-01-2259 minFulfilledRadioProbing the Profits with Rod MacArthur on Ezekiel 25-26Rod MacArthur shares his excellent thoughts and studies on Ezekiel.
2013-01-2259 min