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Saturday Morning Magazine with Bruce Ferrell
Hosted by Bruce Ferrell · EN
Saturday Morning Magazine is the best way to start your weekend. It’s an hour that includes the latest world, national, and local news, a full breakdown of the weather forecast, and an update on sports. Additionally, it features longer, informational interviews on a variety of topics.
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Andrew Ramer: Tales of an Urban Mystic 05/30/2026
2w ago00:07:45Tap to summarizeAndrew Ramer is a visually-impaired visionary mystic who can hear angels and see things that most humans can’t or won’t admit to. Whether you can fully wrap your head around what he purports to know and believe, one thing is irrefutable. He is a talented story-teller of the things many would find sacred about life and our world. His inspirational writings raise questions – and pose answers – for those who are open to seeking. The international best-selling author, 75, based in Oakland, California, has had over 20 books published, including his newest one, Tales of an Urban Mystic.
Transcribe →Summer programs: The Afterschool Alliance 05/30/2026
2w ago00:06:19Tap to summarizeA new study says families in North Carolina and across the United States are struggling to afford quality summer programs for children. The Afterschool Alliance gathered feedback from parents nationwide, including in North Carolina. More than half said they do not have access to a structured summer experience for their child, with cost cited as the top barrier. Bruce talked with Jodi Grant, Executive Director, Afterschool Alliance and Gigi Antoni, Vice President, Youth Development, The Wallace Foundation (which supports summer programs).
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Summer Travel Season: SeatCash and FareX 05/30/2026
2w ago00:05:10Tap to summarizeChris Amenechi is an airline pricing guru and the founder of SeatCash, a travel data company. FareX is its premier product that solves the proverbial question of the best time to buy an airline ticket. He talked with Bruce about this summer's travel trends.
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Legendary broadcaster and stage and screen producer Julian Schlossberg 05/23/2026
3w ago00:07:57Tap to summarizeLegendary broadcaster and stage and screen producer Julian Schlossberg returns to the studio mic in 2024 with two exciting ventures: a new podcast, and the audiobook release of his recent memoir, Try Not to Hold It Against Me: A Producer’s Life.
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J. Leonard Costner: The Legacy Series 05/16/2026
4w ago00:05:57Tap to summarizeThe son of a former professional basketball player, J Leonard Costner stands at 6′ 6″. Many thought the New Jersey-born, Europe-raised Costner would follow in his father’s footsteps as a pro. However, injuries derailed his hoop dreams but those were not his only aspirations.Recalling that time, Costner said, “While I was recovering from having my pelvis reconstructed due to a basketball injury, I had a recurring dream every night for a month. I started to jot down what I was seeing, and eventually that turned into my first book, which was published in 2012.”From those nights, the “Legacy” series and universe were born.Costner shared that while books are a different medium compared to studio art, the series evolved to become something like an art gallery, but in book form.
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David Solbach, In The Shadow of The Plague 04/18/2026
Apr 1800:07:46Tap to summarizeDavid Solbach has written several books, including a memoir, poetry, and novels. He says his writing style is inspired by William Faulkner and tempered by Ernest Hemingway. His latest novel, In The Shadow of the Plague, tackles real-life issues, such as the challenges of family, dating and marriage, and the state of the environment. The drama is steeped in meaningful, realistic dialogue. The book is set in the Pacific Northwest, where the author resides now, and takes place as the worst of the pandemic has passed.David Solbach is a retired carpenter and jazz musician tending goats on several acres in Eugene, Oregon rainforest. He grew up a Kansas farm boy, a third-generation son of German immigrants. He has also lived a half-century in San Francisco. He earned a degree in English, with minors in philosophy and music, from Occidental College. Other books by him include several novels: Stonepacker's Gold, So Glad I'm Glad I'm Glad, and First There Was Music: Reflections on a Life, a memoir. He has also published two books of poems, A Hard Zero To Follow, and Painted Toes and Other Mistakes, which can be heard at soundcloud.com/davidsolbach. For more information, see: https://davidsolbachauthor.com/
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Pedal for Parkinsons: Route 66 04/18/2026
Apr 1800:05:13Tap to summarizeThe 2026 “Route 66 Pedaling for Parkinsons" team is cycling approximately 1,600 miles from Chicago to Phoenix, starting April 20, 2026, to attend the 7th World Parkinson Congress. Led by cyclists with Parkinson's, the team uses recumbent trikes to raise awareness and funds. Bruce talked with one of the participants, co-captain Steve Squires about his own Parkinson’s story and the upcoming event.
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Catch The Wave: Steven Cole 04/04/2026
Apr 400:05:33Tap to summarizeSteven Cole’s Catch the Wave is less a traditional narrative than a blend of testimony, biblical argument, and practical instruction. Its central claim is simple: the Holy Spirit is not meant to remain a vague doctrine sitting at the edges of church life, but the active, guiding presence of God in the everyday life of believers. Cole says the modern church often talks about God the Father and Jesus while neglecting the Holy Spirit, even though the Spirit is presented as God’s presence, God’s voice, and God’s power on earth. From the beginning, he frames the book as a call to ordinary Christians, not just pastors or spiritual elites. His main message is that ministry is not reserved for a select few. In his words, the whole point is that “you can minister, too.”
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Run 4 Ben -- Jamen Spitzer 04/04/2026
Apr 400:07:04Tap to summarizeRun4Ben is a multimedia podcast and documentary series that chronicles a compelling father son story of resilience, humor, and hope in the face of Parkinson's disease. Created by Jamen Spitzer and Mike Piccirillo, Run4Ben combines documentary storytelling, expert interviews, and behind-the-scenes production insights to reach multiple audiences.
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Expert talks about the growth of fantasy football 03/14/2026
Mar 1600:06:41Tap to summarizeFantasy football has evolved from a niche hobby into a cultural staple across North America and the world. Millions of fans now engage with the NFL not just on Sundays, but year-round—through drafts, trades, weekly lineups, and debates that extend far beyond the final whistle.Few people have seen that evolution up close like Joseph Robert Khamou, widely known as The Fantasy Football Counselor. Since launching his analysis in 2016, Khamou has built a reputation for independent thinking, long-term roster strategy, and a coaching-based approach that prioritizes sustainability over hype.We spoke with Khamou to talk about how fantasy football has changed, why it resonates with so many people, and what separates meaningful analysis from the noise.The Fantasy Football Counselor is one of the most influential voices in fantasy sports, reaching millions of fans each year with winning strategy, honest analysis, and trusted insight. With 100M+ annual views, 15M+ lifetime podcast downloads, and a predominantly U.S.-based audience, he has become a go-to authority for fantasy football players nationwide. His work goes beyond rankings and draft kits, focusing on real strategy, context, and roster construction that actually wins leagues. He has partnered with major brands.
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