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Is there anything better than being told a good story? Well, yes. Being told one of the truly great stories probably beats it. In this podcast, Trev Downey reads the very best in the genre and discusses them with his guests.
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GREAT STORIES about GREAT STORYTELLERS shares insights into storytellers whose names you no doubt recognize—names like Edgar Allen Poe, Steven Spielberg John Grisham and Walt Disney—but reveals the backstories you probably never heard about them. The podcast features different kinds of storytellers—authors, directors, playwrights and even a poet or two. In short 10-15 minutes episodes, this fun and sometimes funny podcast features anecdotes and tidbits about storytellers, with each episode s ...
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Meals on Wheels SA

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Meals on Wheels SA is a non-for-profit organisation that provides delicious meals and services to customers across South Australia. Hearing stories from our wonderful MoWSA team caused us to want to create a place where you can experience the behind-the-scenes with us. This is what led us to this podcast, where our focus is sharing the great and interesting stories of our customers, volunteers, and employees’ stories with you. New episodes are on the 1st and 15th of every month.
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David Wollen is the host and president of the internationally syndicated radio program Haven Today. The Great Stories podcast takes some of his favorite conversations from the daily radio program and presents the full-length interview here with some never-before-heard segments. Occasionally, classic interviews will be plumbed from Haven’s vast archive to feature the voice of former speaker and president Charles Morris. Whether from the past or present, each episode includes guests who come f ...
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Great Lakes, Great Stories

Great Lakes Protection Fund

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Great Lakes, Great Stories celebrates the Great Lakes Protection Fund’s 2020 Leadership Award recipients. These outstanding storytellers excel in connecting their audiences to the Great Lakes ecosystem, its challenges, and efforts to solve them. In this series, hosts Steve Cole and Amy Elledge explore their guests’ inspirations and the future of the Great Lakes. To learn more about our podcast and Award recipients, please visit our website: http://glpf.org/podcast/
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Supergreat Kids' Stories is a collection of fun tales to make you laugh and cry, told by some of the best storytellers from around the world. Recommended for ages 5 to 105… We are sponsored by Indeed. Go to Indeed.com/SuperGreat for £100 sponsored credit.
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Do you love Jewish History and Gedolim stories, or seek an inspiring podcast to move your heart and spark your soul? Look no further than Great Jewish Stories of Iconic Torah Giants! This podcast brings you tales of tzaddikim and gedolim that will help you discover the greatness of our heritage and find inspiration in our history. We explore their lives, teachings, and their impact on Jewish life. The stories will ignite your soul and bring a sense of connection to our shared history. So joi ...
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Legendary NASCAR crew chief and current NASCAR on FOX broadcaster Larry McReynolds recounts some of the moments in his career as a crew chief. From winning races, to losing races and what it took to compete at the highest level of NASCAR in the 1980's and 1990's. Get behind the scenes as Larry tells the story of back in the day.
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According to this Cherokee legend, Unetlanvhi, The Great One, created little corn people to help the first woman on earth, with the chores. The corn people were very beautiful, but spent more time admiring their reflection, than helping out. The Creator was not happy, and did something dramatic to teach them an important lesson about beauty. Listen…
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In 1962, Don and Carol Richardson, along with their seven-month-old baby, traveled to a remote tribe known for treachery, headhunting, and cannibalism. Eventually, after living among the people and learning their language, this tribe came to know Jesus. The dramatic story is captured in the classic "Peace Child" book and movie, but what was it like…
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In this episode you'll learn-- how a corporate downsizing gave birth to one of the premier thriller writers of today how Child has created the larger than life character of Jack Reacher the strange process Child uses to write his best selling novels Check out the backstories you never knew about the storytellers you love!…
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Send us a Text Message. Hi everyone, welcome back! This episode we are discussing the life of Don Dunstan, who played a big role in the implementation of Meals on Wheels SA. We hope that you enjoy listening! Follow us on social media! Instagram: mealsonwheelssa Twitter: mealsonwheelssa TikTok: measonwheelssa Facebook: Meals on Wheels SA If you have…
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In this interview, we hear from Sharon Crow Chapman, CEO and principal designer of Sharon Chapman Design, founded in 2018. Despite launching just before the pandemic, Sharon's firm has thrived, specializing in transforming spaces through interior design. She discusses her journey from having degrees in advertising and communication to becoming a se…
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PayPal: The Greatest Startup Story of All Time This has been one of my favourite stories to cover, because you have such big characters who are now very much sitting on the top of the table business wise - we’re talking Elon Musk, Peter Thiel, Reid Hoffman, David Sacks and many more. And it’s fascinating to recall how these guys started out and nea…
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Thor, the Norse god of thunder goes on a quest to ask a favour from Hymir the stone giant. The two of them embark on a fishing competition. Thor comes close to disaster when he hooks out of the ocean a ……. Listen to Jason Buck tell this entertaining Norse tale to find out what he pulls out of the sea. Will he survive to complete his quest? Learn mo…
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We’ve all been there. Peer pressure, desire for acceptance, fear of rejection. These aren't just issues for teenagers in the lunchroom. From young adulthood into old age, these struggles are still an issue for many of us. The Bible calls it fear of man and demonstrates it against the backdrop of fear of God. Ultimately, they cannot coexist. On toda…
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An old Japanese folktale about an inch high boy who becomes the guardian of a princess and bravely takes on a dreaded giant red ogre. Will his cunning and courage be enough to see the beast off and save the Princess? Listen to storyteller Masako Carey and find out. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…
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What are you ashamed of? If you're like most people, a blunt question like this has the power to resurface long-ago-buried memories of wrongdoing. It doesn't even matter whether you were caught or got away with it, shame can stay with us for many years—and yet it is too often ignored and unresolved. On today's episode of the Great Stories podcast, …
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Long ago, the people in Kemmy’s village regularly fed the beautiful Rain Bird who would reward their kindness by making sure the rains always came and the food always grew. But gradually, people forgot about the beautiful bird, and then came the drought and the hunger. What could they do? Listen to Maia Ganatra tell this moving story from Southern …
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In this interview, we hear from Ricky Hall from Nutrition HQ, a vitamin supplement retail chain with stores in Quincy, Illinois, Mishawaka, Indiana, and a new one opening soon in Vidalia, Georgia. Ricky shares his business journey, emphasizing the importance of surrounding oneself with other entrepreneurs and continuous self-education. He highlight…
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In this interview, we hear from Shaun Duvall, founder of the IT staffing company Daivari. He shared insights about his business, emphasizing the importance of consulting, direct hire, and staff augmentation in the IT space. He highlighted the significant changes and challenges faced, especially during COVID-19, and the implementation of the EOS sys…
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In this interview, we hear from Mark Mattei, the founder of ME and Media, a video production and marketing company started in 2020 by Mark and his wife. Mark explains that their business creates a wide range of video content for businesses, including YouTube videos, social media reels, website videos, and TV commercials, with a strong emphasis on c…
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"Weakness on one side, fatigue all around." Charles Morris was 18 months old when he contracted Polio. And while the Lord spared him the most debilitating parts of the disease, he's had to live with the effects ever since. Those effects only become more amplified with age. On a special episode of the great stories podcast, David Wollen speaks with …
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Send us a Text Message. Hi everyone! This fortnight we are discussing the difference between healthy and unhealthy family dynamics, and how to manage issues within the family. We hope that you enjoy listening and learn something new. Follow us on social media! Instagram: mealsonwheelssa Twitter: mealsonwheelssa TikTok: measonwheelssa Facebook: Meal…
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In this interview, we hear from Brett Schnitger, CEO of Stars Design Group. Brett leads a company that designs, develops, and produces apparel through 67 factories in 14 countries. Based in St. Louis, with international offices, Brett shares his entrepreneurial journey, emphasizing the importance of learning from mistakes and informed decision-maki…
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In this interview, we hear from Jamie Jay, CEO and founder of Bottleneck Distant Assistance, the world's first dedicated distance assistant company. Jamie explains that Bottleneck provides skilled human assistants for various administrative tasks, especially post-COVID, differentiating it from traditional virtual assistants. In his 18 years in the …
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In this interview, we hear from Tyson Neal, who leads the freight brokerage at Flatworld and Solutions. He shared insights about his company and personal career journey. Flatworld, a third-party logistics provider, was founded 18 years ago by Kirk Farrell and Jeff Rothermick. Tyson joined two years after its inception, initially worked there, left …
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In this interview, we hear from Marc Metz the owner of Optimus Sales Group - Powered by Sales Xceleration is a company that helps small to medium-sized businesses achieve breakthrough sales growth, discipline, and accountability. He provide great insights on using videos in your communications, a focus on sales daily-work and balancing the demands …
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Our second story this week is from Paraguay and is told by travelling storyteller Juliana Marin - which is about a brave little humming bird whose courage inspires all the animals in the rainforest to work together to prevent a big disaster from ruining their home. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…
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In this interview, digital marketing strategist Jennifer Tamborski discussed founding Virtual Marketing Expert, a company dedicated to helping service providers grow and scale their businesses through profitable digital marketing strategies. Tamborski recounted her 20-year journey from virtual assistant to business owner, attributing her success to…
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In this Business Spotlight interview, Lydia Crespo is a young serial entrepreneur with two businesses and a third planned in a few months. She highlights her journey by opening up her first business, Argaman & Defiance, creating 100% silk scarves naturally dyed by hand in our studio. Five years later in 2019, she opened Cozy Shop is a boutique and …
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In this interview, Matt Hanlon discussed founding Select Communications Advisors in 2010 and launching All Aboard Tech to provide tech amenities for multifamily housing. He detailed the challenges retail sector clients face and the importance of diversification. Hanlon emphasized building relationships with lead agents for business growth and addre…
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In this interview, we hear from Jacob Gerringer, broker of Market Point Realty. He shares his journey and insights. Jacob started as a real estate appraiser in 2000 and later founded Market Point Realty in St. Charles, Missouri, aiming to address gaps he observed in the real estate sector. His company focuses on eliminating transaction surprises, l…
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Did you know that Haven Ministries is celebrating 90 incredible years of ministry? If you missed our live 90th anniversary celebration, no worries! You can catch all the highlights and heartwarming moments in this episode of the Great Stories podcast. Be encouraged as David Wollen, Charles Morris, Joni Eareckson Tada, and more reflect on Haven’s ri…
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Listen to genius storyteller Jason Buck tell this funny tale of the Gingerbread Man complete with great animal sound effects. This story, about a plucky little Gingerbread man who leapt out of the oven and ran away - was published in the US in 1875 and its European counterpart: The Runaway Pancake was published in the late 1800's and they're still …
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It all started on an early foggy morning in 1934, when Paul Myers, a former Los Angeles radio personality and station manager of leading radio stations woke up near a wharf in San Diego. Hungover, he heard the sound of a ship’s bell ring out eight times at 4:00 a.m., signaling “all’s well.” Only one month later, Myers would be back on the radio, bu…
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In the episode, you'll learn-- how Beatrix Potter became one of the leading amateur scientists of her day how her love of animals led to her artistic rendering of these small creatures in her works how she came to writer "tiny" children's books which have rolled up sales to rival some of the biggest selling authors how her business savvy put her ye…
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Send us a Text Message. Hey everyone, Welcome back to another episode! This fortnight we are discussing the history of trade unions across the UK, US, and Australia. This topic was very important to Doris Taylor, and we hope that you all learn something! Follow us on social media! Instagram: mealsonwheelssa Twitter: mealsonwheelssa TikTok: measonwh…
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What would you ask for if you had a secret wishing ring? Jack uses it when he’s in danger, and it brings help from the most unexpected creatures in the most surprising ways. This Welsh Romani tale is beautifully told by writer and storyteller Daniel Morden who gave us the story ‘Hey Ho!’ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/ad…
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God speaks powerfully through the books of the Bible. This is especially true in the Psalms. Not only does it include words to help us express our deepest thoughts and emotions to the Lord, it can also direct our worship and draw us nearer to Jesus. On today's episode of the Great Stories podcast, David Wollen is joined by one of his good friends a…
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This is a story from Spain about a little chick who only has one eye, one wing and one leg. But he’s a determined little chick and rather proud. He decides to take himself off on an adventure to the Royal Palace in Madrid to see the King. As with many journeys, it doesn’t quite turn out how he expected. Listen to storyteller Rebecca Lemaire and fin…
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How can all the Bible be all about Jesus when His name doesn't explicitly appear till the New Testament? From Genesis to Leviticus to Esther, it may be hard to see Jesus on the surface of every page, but he's there—in profound and subtle ways. Dr. Dennis Johnson is a scholar and one of the founding faculty members of Westminster Seminary in Califor…
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In today's episode, we're digging into the Tyco scandal of the early 2000s, specifically focusing on Tyco's CEO Dennis Kozlowski, who was charged and convicted of stealing $132 million from Tyco to fund a lavish lifestyle. While other Tyco executives were also charged, and there were additional charges that we don't delve into, we do mention them b…
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Send us a Text Message. Hi everyone, this fortnight we are discussing the many types of social determinants of health and how they impact people's lives. It is a heavy episode, but we hope that you get something out of it. Follow us on social media! Instagram: mealsonwheelssa Twitter: mealsonwheelssa TikTok: measonwheelssa Facebook: Meals on Wheels…
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In this story from Aotearoa, New Zealand, a small bird who mysteriously loses her song, she wanders through the forest asking for help from her feathery friends. Will she get her song back? Listen to this beautifully told rhyming tale from Maori storyteller Eliza Bidois to find out. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoic…
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The data is clear. Our world and culture are shaping our kids in ways that are often difficult to detect. For parents and grandparents, the natural reaction might be to shield them from danger—but this tactic in isolation may end up doing more harm than good. So, what's a well-meaning caregiver to do? On today's episode of the Great Stories podcast…
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When a Sephardi synagogue receives a windfall of $2 million, the very essence of faith and finance intertwines like the threads of a sacred tapestry. Reb Meilech Bidermans weaves a narrative that transcends the physical building of worship and pierces straight to the heart of religious devotion. What happens when the generous benefactor, who overse…
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A lot has been said about C.S. Lewis the writer, the professor, the theologian, the apologist. But what about C.S. Lewis the friend? Joseph Kohm has written extensively about the surprising, yet tragic, friendship between Lewis and his childhood pal, Arthur Greeves. On today's episode of the Great Stories podcast, Kohm joins David Wollen to discuss…
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What would you ask for if you were granted one wish? In this Native American tale told by Cherokee storyteller Lisa LaRue Baker, the animals are each rewarded with a wish for good behaviour. All is going well, until Owl is overcome with curiosity and breaks the rules by taking a peek as The Great One – Unetlanvhi works to make the wishes come true.…
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In this episode, you will learn-- how Stephen King went from high school English teacher to best selling author how Carrie, his first horror novel and bestseller, almost ended in the landfill how King earned the record for most literary works picked up as film and TV projects 5 things you probably never knew about the "King of Horror" Check out the…
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Greedy Anansi is at his tricks once again. Can he trick his friends so he can share everyone’s dinner without having to help them? Or will it backfire? Listen to storyteller Emily Hennessey tell this fun ‘How and Why’ story and find out. A good story to learn to tell yourself. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…
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Send us a Text Message. Hey everyone, this month's full-length episode is all about the initiative of food services during WWII in London, and how Meals on Wheels first came about! We hope that you enjoy listening and learn something new! (also there was bad traffic where we were recording, so we apologise for the noise in some sections of the epis…
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C.S. Lewis is arguably one of the most quoted individuals from the 20th century. Despite passing away 60 years ago, his thoughts remain timeless. His books, essays, and children's stories continue to resonate, offering prescient insights even in today's world. As a brilliant intellectual, Lewis's apologetic approach to the truth claims of Christ an…
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