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Stream of Consciousness with Dan: Stories from the Midwest
Stream of Consciousness is a Midwest-rooted podcast where honest, inspiring conversations take center stage. Hosted by Dan in Omaha, Nebraska, each episode explores the stories, values, and voices that shape our communities - from athletes and creatives to local business owners who bring heart and hustle to the region.Whether it's legendary NFL nose tackle or the soul behind a beloved neighborhood kitchen, Stream of Consciousness invites guests to share their journeys, challenges, and…
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- Stream of Consciousness with Dan: Stories from the Midwest
Stream of Consciousness #24 - Hebrew Word of the Day #18 - Malkhut
Send us Fan MailMalkhut means "kingdom" or "sovereignty", from melek (king). Scripture often speaks of Malkhut Shamayim -the Kingdom of Heaven - pointing to…
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Stream of Consciousness #23 - Darnell Reed
Send us Fan MailIn this episode, we sit down with Chef Darnell Reed, the creative force behind Luella's Southern Kitchen in Chicago. Darnell shares how his…
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Stream of Consciousness #22 - Hebrew Word of the Day #17 - Yeshua
Send us Fan MailIn this episode, we explore the Hebrew word Yeshua, meaning salvation. Rooted in the verb yasha - "to save, to deliver" - Yeshua is the name…
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Stream of Consciousness #21 - Gregory Leon
Send us Fan MailChef Gregory Leon's journey is one of resilience, migration, and memory - woven through the flavors of his kitchen. In this episode, we explore…
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Stream of Consciousness #19 - Carlos Anthony
Send us Fan MailIn this episode, Chef Carlos Anthony joins us to share his journey of mentorship, resilience, and creativity in the kitchen. We explore how…
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Stream of Consciousness #20 - Hebrew Word of the Day #16 - Brit
Send us Fan MailToday we explore brit; meaning covenant. From Noah to Abraham, this word reveals God's enduring promises and calls us to live in faithful…
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Stream of Consciousness #18 - Hebrew Word of the Day #15 - Anavah
Send us Fan MailIn this episode, we explore the Hebrew word anavah, often translated as humility. Yet in Scripture and tradition, anavah is not self-erasure -…
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Stream of Consciousness #17 - Hebrew Word of the Day #14 - Davar
Send us Fan MailIn this episode, we explore the Hebrew word davar, a term that carries the paradox of meaning both word and thing. In Scripture, davar is not…
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Stream of Consciousness #16 - Hebrew Word of the Day #13 - Baruch
Send us Fan MailToday's Hebrew Word of the Day is Baruch - a word that means blessed. Simple to pronounce yet profound in meaning, baruch reminds us that life…
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Stream of Consciousness #15 - Hebrew Word of the Day #12 - Shuv
Send us Fan MailToday's Hebrew Word of the Day is Shuv - a word that means to return, to turn back, to repent. Simple to say, yet profound in meaning, shuv…
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Stream of Consciousness #14 - Hebrew Word of the Day #11 - Tzedakah
Send us Fan MailToday's Hebrew Word of the Day is Tzedakah - a word that means righteousness, charity, and justice. Though it may be hard to pronounce, its…
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Stream of Consciousness #13 - Hebrew Word of the Day #10 - Simcha
Send us Fan MailIn this episode, I explore the Hebrew word Simcha - joy. More than happiness, Simcha is the gladness rooted in God's covenant and presence…
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Stream of Consciousness #12 - Hebrew Word of the Day #9 - Shalom
Send us Fan MailIn this episode, we explore the Hebrew word Shalom - more than peace, it means wholeness, harmony, and restoration. Through scripture, ritual…
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Stream of Consciousness #11 - Hebrew Word of the Day #8 - Tikvah
Send us Fan MailIn this episode we reflect on Tikvah - the Hebrew word for hope. Rooted in Isaiah 40:31, Tikvah is not passive waiting but active trust in…
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Stream of Consciousness #10 - Hebrew Word of the Day #7 - Or
Send us Fan MailIn this episode we explore Or - the Hebrew word for light. From Genesis 1:3, where God first speaks light into being, we reflect on how Or…
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Stream of Consciousness #9 - Hebrew Word of the Day #6 - Lev
Send us Fan MailIn this episode of Hebrew Word of the Day, we explore the word Lev - meaning heart. More than just emotion, the Lev is the center of our being…
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Stream of Consciousness #8 - Hebrew Word of the Day #5 - Qadosh
Send us Fan MailThis episode explores the Hebrew word Qadosh - "holy, set apart". We reflect on how holiness is not about distance but about living with…
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Stream of Consciousness #7 - Hebrew Word of the Day #4 - Ruach
Send us Fan MailRuach - the breath, the wind, the Spirit. In this episode, we explore how this Hebrew word carries the mystery of life itself, moving between…
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Stream of Consciousness #6 - Hebrew Word of the Day #3 - Emet
Send us Fan MailTruth that is steady, faithful, and enduring. Not just fact, but covenant. A word that calls us to live with integrity, to remember, and to be…
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Stream of Consciousness #5 - Hebrew Word of the Day #2 - Zakar
Send us Fan MailThis episode reflects on the Hebrew word zakar - to remember. More than memory, zakar is a call to honor, to carry stories forward, and to live…
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Steam of Consciousness #4 - Hebrew Word of the Day #1 - Chesed
Send us Fan MailIn this episode, we explore the Hebrew word chesed - a term that carries the weight of covenantal love, mercy, and enduring kindness. More than…
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Muddy Paws & Second Chances
Send us Fan MailIn this episode, we honor the heart behind Muddy Paws Second Chance Rescue - where every tail tells a story. From healing journeys to cosmic…
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Second Chances, Muddy Paws
Send us Fan MailIn this soulful preview, we meet the voices behind Muddy Paws Second Chance Rescue - A haven where fur meets forgiveness and every bark tells a…
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Big Mama's Kitchen: Legacy, Love, Community
Send us Fan MailToday I sit down with Gladys, owner of Big Mama's Kitchen and Catering in Omaha Nebraska. We had a candid conversation on what community and…
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Big Mama's Kitchen (Teaser)
Send us Fan Mail"Some stories start with a recipe. Others begin with a legacy."In this teaser, get a taste of what cooking at Big Mama's kitchen - an Omaha…
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Gilbert Brown - From Motor City to the Gravedigger Legacy
Send us Fan MailIn this two-part conversation, Dan sits down with NFL legend Gilbert Brown to trace the journey from Detroit's west side to Lambeau Field's…
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Stream of Consciousness - Welcome to the Journey
Send us Fan MailWelcome to Stream of Consciousness, a podcast rooted in Omaha and built on honest, inspiring conversations. This trailer sets the tone -…