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SEASON THREE, 3rd Natural Science

Becky Barnes, a paleontologist, works with the North Dakota Geological Survey. She grew up loving monsters, and she enjoys taking the pubic out for an introduction.

She works as a lab manager in Bismarck, ND, and can be reached at:

701-328-1954

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Mick shares a personal story. Meg, his wife of 45 years, lives in a memory care facility. Meg and Mick remained together for several years after the diagnosis. This physical separation is common. The Covid-19 pandemic has added dimensions of separation which can best be described as terrible, frightening.

Mick ends this conversation with Divine Grace.

The image is used without permission. It can be found at National Geographic.

https://www.nationalgeographic.com/science/2020/06/dementia-alzheimers-patients-isolation-lockdown-heavy-burden/

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Julie Ribley, executive director of CASA of East Central Wisconsin, and Jen Fodden, volunteer discuss a national effort which  protects abused and neglected children.

There are more than 1,000 CASA offices supporting more than 85,000 volunteers. These volunteers are trained and work alongside of a professional staff. Their work is regularly submitted to the Judge as careful consideration is given to the best interest of a child.

The national CASA website:  https://nationalcasagal.org/

The East Central Wisconsin site:  https://www.casaecw.org/

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Financial Goals linked to the promotion of Social  Justice


Fr. Seamus Finn, OMI, is a member of the Board of Directors of the Interfaith Center on Corporate Responsibility The ICCR is a coalition of more than 300 institutional investors that represents 500 billion dollars.

ICCR celebrates fifty years of success next year. Members of the coalition may chose to make investments in specific corporations in order to promote social justice, environmental issues, worker's rights, etc.

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SEASON TWO Episode One; religion

Gale Francione has been assisting churches with their sacred spaces for more than 20 years. Perspectives are often an assemblage of stale habits and ill informed facts. Let's step into the church with Gale.

She is a capable teacher. Her engagement with a church community steps into rich dynamics. The committees and pastoral leaders are carefully considered; their plans and intentions are respected. Gale builds community among the church leaders and makes it possible for them to consider ideas which are both fresh and sensible.

This liturgical consultant has much to share.

This episode will provide information nuanced by theology, ecclesiology, and commonsense.Open wide the doors of your church and enjoy a fresh view, a pilgrim's perspective!

Gale can be contacted through the Association of Consultants for Liturgical Space (ACLS)

https://liturgical-consultants.org/

This is Notre-Dame Basilica of Montreal. I visited this most magnificent church with my wife Roxanne in 2018.
 

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Three "B's"
Miscellaneous :Season One, episode one, general

Richard Pollock-Nelson includes details that secure the listener's attention. The Treasury Department stories are laced with humor.

The boomerang experiences, untold here, can be amplified in great detail. Richard developed a technique which resulted in a pod-caster being struck!

His careful description of bookbinding is centered on a great respect for books.His dedication to the trade is evident. His products are incomparable and genuine. Please visit his website:

http://www.handbounddesigns.com/

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Authors   2nd episode


Lynda is a vibrant Guest with many insights into writing as used in her practice as a clinical psychologist. Her literary pilgrimages include several continents; her observations are beautifully placed within the context of the physical space and and the illustrative words of many authors. 

Although the Covid-19 pandemic curtailed plans to travel in South East Asia this year, it seems likely that additional prose and poetry will be written. Lynda, will you visit Congo again by way of the "social distancing" virtual trip?

 

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NATURAL SCIENCE   Episode One

Loreen Niewenhuis tells her stories with reverence for the Great Lakes. The stories, many balanced on the edge of magic, can pull listeners along the shores! It is difficult for this podcast host to adequately welcome this Guest. Are you looking for contemporary environmental stories? Are you interested in putting up a tent along the shores of Lake Michigan? Or, are you content to walk along with this knowledgeable, patient scientist? Loreen offers this, and more.
Books, https://youtu.be/lGyGNaG36cs, and much more at her website:
https://www.laketrek.com/


MUSIC BY PERMISSION
Composition by Leroy Anderson and His "Pops" Concert Orchestra
Written | October 9, 1950
Released | October, 1953
Recorded | September 8, 1953
Genre | Light music
Length | 1:34
Label | Decca Records
Composer(s) | Leroy Anderson

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NATURAL SCIENCE  2nd episode

Kevin Stoer, owner, generously hosted me. Our conversation included two recording dates and included spaces in several buildings.

Kevin managed a transitions from a traditional dairy farm to the present Alpaca ranch. He is sensitive to responsibilities of the property; he is the fourth generation of this land which sits along the shoreline of the East Twin River.

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COMMUNITY SERVICE topic, 2nd episode; Drug Court

Kent Ferris has served as a volunteer in the Scott Count Iowa Drug Court. His important service has provided him with a foundation which supports an important conversation. Kent brings a valuable professional set of skills. More importantly, the skills are nested within a dynamic Faith. 
The Drug Court is an entirely voluntary activity which supports the Judiciary. Kent discusses several practical matters which includes training, mentoring practices and community support.

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