Podcasts by Zao: Life Lived
Podcast by David Freeman
Further podcasts by David Freeman
Podcast on the topic Religion und Spiritualität
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Zao Episode 35 The Mighty Rib's Kevin Shalin from 2020-03-02T22:48:09
David visits over lunch with food writer, Kevin Shalin of TheMightyRib.com. They discuss the importance of food in our culture and how eating and dining can be a spiritual experience.
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Zao Episode 34 Pledges and Prayers from 2019-04-25T18:41:48
David shares a story and reflections on not saying the Pledge of Allegiance and Public Prayer.
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Episode 33 Las Posadas from 2018-12-08T19:41:11
David reflects on the tear gassing of migrants at the border and the Christmas ritual of Las Posadas from Latin America. What does it mean to celebrate Christmas if we can't welcome the strangers a...
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Zao Episode 32 John Brandenberger Update from 2018-11-03T17:52:06
David sits down with John Brandenberger for an update on a new career move he's taken. John gives insight on what it means to take new risks and how to get clarity about one's values and goals in l...
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Zao Episode 31 Gwen Fry from 2018-08-11T19:54:59
"Everyone needs to figure out who they are." In Episode 31, Gwen Fry shares a story of risk and vulnerability in order to ultimately fine authenticity. As a trans-woman, Gwen's life is beautiful an...
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Zao Episode 30 Melissa Thoma from 2018-05-20T22:50:27
David sits down for a conversation with Melissa Thoma, a creative soul with a powerful story of great success and gut-checking moments.
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Zao Episode 29 Robb Ryerse from 2018-05-05T18:33:46
David sits down with Robb Ryerse to talk about Robb's journey from fundamental Christianity to a wider understanding of what it means to follow Jesus as well as Robb's new journey running for Congr...
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Zao Episode 28 Tippi McCullough from 2018-02-11T22:29:45
What would you do if you got married and 45 minutes later you got fired for getting married? That's exactly what happened to Tippi McCullough. Since then she's using her life to make sure that does...
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Zao Episode 27 Kim Roxburgh of Hope Rises from 2017-11-09T20:38:26
Kim Roxburgh of Hope Rises shares her story of starting a transitional home and support system for women coming out of prison.
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Zao Episode 26 Lindsey Gant from 2017-09-04T18:21:39
Redemption personified. That's how I would describe Lindsey Gant. She shares her story of going from an addict in prison to running a social enterprise business called The Dandy Line Kitchen on Epi...
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Zao Episode 25 Hannah Kimbrough from 2017-07-22T17:57:52
In this silver episode Hannah Kimbrough shares her story of moving from a job she wasn't all that excited about to a dream job. None of it is happening by accident. It takes hard work, risk, and fa...
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Zao Episode 24 Nathan and Lynn Kilbourne from 2017-06-15T18:47:13
2014 was quite a year for the Kilbournes. Their home was hit by a tornado and about 6 months later their daughter was born prematurely. They share their story of facing challenge with courage and h...
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Zao Episode 23 Shawna and Cindy from 2017-04-22T17:05:20
Brian Bailey and Nicholas Wooten were separated by 30 years but connected by astrocytoma brain tumors, a drug called Temodar, and Grace. Brian's wife, Shawna, and Nicholas' mother, Cindy, share the...
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Zao Episode 22 Four Spiritual Truths I've Learned From Running Part 4 from 2017-03-27T21:59:55
The final installment of Four Spiritual Truths David has learned through running. Each episode in this series explores a different truth.
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Zao Episode 21 Four Spiritual Truths I've Learned Through Running Part 3 from 2017-03-20T22:22:59
Part 3 of the 4 spiritual truths David has learned through running. Each episode of this series is a different truth.
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Zao Episode 20 Four Spiritual Truths I've Learned From Running Part 2 from 2017-02-18T18:20:37
Part 2 of Four Spiritual Truths David has learned through running. Each episode in this series is a different truth.
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Zao Episode 19 Four Spiritual Truths I've Learned from Running Part 1 from 2017-02-03T20:27:15
Part 1 of Four Spiritual Truth's David has gained through running. Each episode in this series will feature a different truth.
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Zao Episode 18 Finding Joy in 2017 from 2017-01-16T03:25:19
After a crazy and miraculous event to start the year, David offers some reflections on finding joy in 2017.
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Zao Episode 17 Special Holiday Reflection from 2016-12-21T02:27:42
David shares a special reflection about celebrating Christmas in the midst of real life.
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Zao Episode 16 Conner Eldridge from 2016-12-13T01:56:54
After a nasty campaign season, Conner Eldridge shares his story to give a different perspective on politicians. It's a story of devoting life to making a difference and taking great risks to serve ...
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Zao Episode 15 If You're Going to Lead from 2016-11-12T20:52:27
David shares personal reflections on leadership following the 2016 election.
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Zao Episode 14 John Brandenberger from 2016-10-28T02:24:54
We Tribe founder, John Brandenberger, shares much of his life story and the wisdom he's gained from it. He's the epitome of the self-made man as he grew up in poverty, began working, and created a ...
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Zao Episode 13 Part 2 Van Zandt from 2016-10-05T21:52:45
Part 2 of the story of Robyn and Tommy Van Zandt. Here how their family and friends have surrounded them with love and support to give them life in a new way.
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Zao Episode 13 Part 1 Van Zandt from 2016-10-05T21:20:31
Tommy and Robyn Van Zandt share the story of Tommy's accident, rebuilding their lives, and the overwhelming support that surrounds them. This is part 1 of a 2 part episode.
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Zao Episode 12 Katrina Osborne from 2016-09-27T17:36:32
Katrina Osborne share about how she and her family make life work. It isn't always easy but they've found perfection beyond trying to seem perfect. Check out Butterflyrace.com to support Katrina's ...
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Zao Episode 11 Emily Freeman from 2016-09-13T00:53:49
David's daughter, Emily, shares her own story of facing a number of fears on her summer vacation. She finds that the there is no antidote to fear--only through it.
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Zao Episode 10 Charles Zook from 2016-08-23T01:26:16
Charles Zook shares his story of falling three stories and suffering a spinal chord injury, through rehab, and into a spiritual journey to "keep going."
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Zao Episode 9 Dick King from 2016-08-11T02:56:40
What happens when a Southern Baptist pastor says he no longer believes in hell and also embraced the LGBTQ community? Find out in episode 9 of Zao as Dick King shares his story of facing fear and f...
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Zao Episode 8 Peggy Nabors from 2016-07-27T14:14:35
Peggy Nabors shares her stories of life from watermelon farming to the Donahue show.
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Zao Episode 7 Nobody Knows The Trouble from 2016-07-20T23:48:28
David Freeman shares reflections on current events.
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Zao Episode 6 Heidi Tankersley from 2016-07-07T03:20:09
Writer Heidi Tankersley shares her story from a serious medical diagnosis through her journey to health and discovering writing. Heidi's story is filled with depth, wisdom, and a touch of humor.
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Zao Episode 5 Well Done Good And Faithful One from 2016-06-24T19:16:47
Episode 5 of Zao. A personal reflection on perfectionism and people pleasing. How do we change the tapes in our heads to receive grace and wholeheartedness.
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Zao Episode 4 Jenny Adair from 2016-06-16T03:17:42
Jenny Adair shares her story of life with her son, Bo. She tells of his life between his genuine love for people and drug addiction. His addiction eventually led to his suicide, and Jenny shares ho...
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Zao Episode 3 Between Bedevilment And Better Angels from 2016-06-08T23:35:31
Episode 3 of Zao: Life Lived
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Zao: Life Lived Podcast Episode 1 from 2016-05-09T02:01:07
Episode 1 of the Zao: Life Lived Podcast. An introduction and explanation of what's to come.
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