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Welcome to the Partners of Commercial Fishermen Podcast. A place to celebrate partners, supporters, and seafood lovers of commercial fishermen to connect and relate to this unique and adventurous lifestyle. Join us as we share real-life experiences, learn about the lifestyle and industry, laugh, vent, and trade stories to uncover the uniqueness that makes commercial fishing an incredible experience for us all. For more resources, visit pocfpride.com.
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Many questions and challenges face coaches everyday. Are your ready?
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Truth Changes Everything with Dr. Jeff Myers, President of Summit Ministries, exists for listeners to explore together the core principles that make flourishing possible in the world. Along the journey, they’ll discover how Jesus—Truth embodied—changes everything.
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I Quit Sugar are bringing you an 8 episode series where we interview some incredible people who have so much wisdom to share on different areas of health and wellbeing. It’s our hope these conversations inspire you to take control of your health and live your fullest live in the process.
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Eating healthy can be challenging when you're on the go or deciding what to make for your fisherman (and their crew) for the season. A recent road trip inspired this one, and I hope this helps make food shopping and prepping a lot easier for you! In this episode, we discuss: - Best healthy meals to take along or send aboard. - Foods that keep fresh…
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Israel & the Rising Generation — Jeff Myers
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The Israel/Palestine conflict is not just geographical battles over competing land claims. It is about everything, everywhere, a pitched battle between worldviews involving issues of God, justice, force, genocide, oppression, corruption, religion, and the nature of truth itself. A biblical worldview has the power to explain reality and promote bles…
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This was inspired by a DM I received that said, “Hi! I just wanted some advice because I have been with my boyfriend for only three months (and he leaves for Alaska soon)…I just don't know how to deal with it...Do you know if there are any other apps that I can use or what else I can do?" In this episode, I share: - direct ways to communicate with …
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Can murder investigations teach us any lessons about life and death? J. Warner Wallace says yes! Through his work as a detective, he has learned we can: Better understand our own identity and the identity of our Creator; Rethink the nature of death so we can live a better life. Uncover life truths gleaned from both contemporary murder investigation…
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This lifestyle can stir up some BIG feelings that can sometimes show up in strange ways. Miscommunication can quickly lead to resentment if not addressed. If you’re feeling this or felt this, you’re not alone! In this episode, I share 3 ways to fix it by discussing: Three common scenarios between partners of commercial fishermen and their fishermen…
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Fight the Good Fight: How an Alliance of Faith & Reason Can Win the Culture War — Jay Richards
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We live in a post-Christian society, yet our battle is not against flesh and blood but against principles, powers, and evil spiritual forces. But what does it look like for Christians to be wise as serpents and innocent as doves as we fight the good fight of faith? Are we just to sit back passively, or should we engage in winsome and loving ways? L…
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Enter to Win Scholarships from Guy Cotten & Partners of Commercial Fishermen! We're giving $500 scholarships to 4 students and 1-year memberships to the Partners of Commercial Fishermen Forum to 4 POCFs. POCF winners will also receive access to private group chat, a one-year access to private podcasts (launching 2025), a one-year access to the priv…
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Have We Lost Our Minds? Neuroscience, Neurotheology, the Soul, & Human Flourishing — Stan Wallace
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Has contemporary neuroscience made the idea of a 'soul' irrelevant and obsolete? What even is the soul and how does it relate to our human identity and flourishing? Stan Wallace recently wrote a book entitled, Have We Lost Our Minds? Neuroscience, Neurotheology, the Soul, and Human Flourishing and identifies and corrects the wrong assumptions of ne…
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Enter to Win Scholarships from Guy Cotten & Partners of Commercial Fishermen! We're giving $500 scholarships to 4 students and 1-year memberships to the Partners of Commercial Fishermen Forum to 4 POCFs. POCF winners will also receive access to private group chat, a one-year access to private podcasts (launching 2025), a one-year access to the priv…
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What does it look like today to embody a truly life-affirming posture? How can followers of Jesus and responsible citizens of this country embrace a pro-life mindset for themselves and others? We know that God opposes those who shed innocent blood (Proverbs 6:16-17) so this is a topic we must take seriously. Listen in as Dr. Jeff and Josh Brahm dis…
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Have some of our evangelical leaders compromised their allegiance to Jesus in favor of a Leftist agenda? What does it look like to wisely and charitably engage with those who we believe have departed from the truth and Way of Jesus? Listen in as Dr. Jeff and Megan Basham, author of Shepherds for Sale: How Evangelical Leaders Traded the Truth for a …
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While in California recently to spend extra time with Chris and help him prep for spiny lobster season, I seriously considered fishing with him this season for about 5.5 hours. In this episode, I share: Advice from POCFs in our community about why working alongside their fisherman was a great decision for them (and reasons to consider doing it, too…
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Returning to my solo POCF life after traveling with my fisherman to his fishery in California wasn’t as easy as it had been in the past, and it almost felt daunting. How did I do it before? How will I get through this long season? I felt the inklings of depression coming on, if I’m being honest. Thankfully, I remembered the advice I’d gotten from P…
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Racal strife, culture wars, and political differences have put a shadow over the promises America has to offer. Amid this turmoil, what does it look like to take responsibility for our faith, family, and freedom? Listen in as Dr. Jeff and Kendall Qualls, author of The Prodigal Project Hope for American Families, discuss the state of the country and…
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Beyond Racial Division: A Unifying Alternative to Colorblindness & Antiracism — George Yancey
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It seems that racial tensions in our country have only gotten worse in recent years. From Black Lives Matter to Critical Race Theory, we’ve seen a number of attempts to create unity in our country. But what does it look like for followers of Jesus to engage in racial reconciliation, celebrate diversity, and strive for a healthy unity among image-be…
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Does this title trigger you? You’re not alone! I know many Partners of Commercial Fishermen in our community can feel disconnected from their fishermen during the fishing season and even in the off-season. In this episode, I share a story about what it's like when I start to feel less like a priority during a season. I also share ways we can produc…
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Pt. 2: Maintaining Good Mental Health and Relationships For Commercial Couples with Psychiatrist Douglas Waldrep M.D.
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We are back with part two of a uniquely special episode to me because today we are continuing our conversation with retired Army officer Dr. Douglas Waldrep, who is a child, adolescent, and adult psychiatrist—also known as my dad! As you probably know by now, my upbringing as a military kid sparked the idea of creating Partners of Commercial Fisher…
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How do you continue to find God as dementia pulls your loved one into the darkness? Where is God in the midst of suffering, pain, and brokenness? Join Dr. Jeff as he discusses with Dr. Douglas Groothuis what it looks like to find God in the twilight and experience a God who is with us and for us, always. Dr. Groothuis has a fire in his bones for th…
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Megan Almon speaks on issues of life, meaning, and culture, and includes the compelling B.E.A.R. argument for the veracity of Jesus’ resurrection. Megan worked as an award-winning journalist until 2008, when she decided to pursue a career speaking & teaching about Christian apologetics — especially in the areas of bioethics & aesthetics. She joined…
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Pt. 1 Maintaining Good Mental Health and Relationships For Commercial Couples with Psychiatrist Douglas Waldrep M.D.
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This episode is particularly special to me because today we have retired Army officer Dr. Douglas Waldrep, who is a child, adolescent, and adult psychiatrist—also known as my dad! As you probably know by now, my upbringing as a military kid sparked the idea of creating Partners of Commercial Fishermen in the first place. My ultimate goal is to lear…
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After speaking to POCFs in our community, I’ve learned that the most helpful way to figure out the best financial plan for you is to learn what has successfully (and unsuccessfully) worked for others in our unique lifestyle, connect with financial professionals to ask questions, then create a financial plan that reflects your goals. That’s what thi…
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What exactly is freedom and does the biblical narrative offer any foundation for it? Dr. Jeff and Os Guinness explore how the story of Exodus is the highest, richest, and deepest vision for freedom in human history. It serves as the master story of human freedom and provides the greatest sustained critique of the abuse of power. Os Guinness is a pr…
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Fishy Money Pt. 3: Deadliest Catch’s Jenny Gore Dwyer on the Decision to Buy a Third Boat and Working with the ALS Therapy Development Institute
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Our chat with Jenny continues with so much heart. In this episode, we discuss her husband Pat and his diagnosis of ALS (amyotrophic lateral sclerosis), a rare degenerative disease also known as Lou Gherigs Disease. Jenny shares how ALS affected not only the family but also the fishing business, including financial management, and how the family cam…
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Are science and faith at odds? Does the scientific method and knowledge disprove or make God unnecessary? John Lennox says just the opposite is true. The beauty, order, structure, and comprehensibility of the physical world make a Designer all the more likely. Dr. Lennox is professor of Mathematics at Oxford University (emeritus), an internationall…
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Maternal + POCF wisdom in a candid interview with Jenny Gore Dwyer of Deadliest Catch! Jenny has been a huge support to our community since the beginning, and this episode is a perfect example of that. We discuss the challenges and successes of running a fishing business since 1986 and how she and her husband, Pat, managed to grow from one boat to …
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It is clear that God is passionate about justice and righteousness in his Word and in our world. With tens of millions of people in slavery today, human trafficking is one of the darkest evils of our generation. But what can we do as believers? Listen in as Dr. Jeff and Dr. Eddie Byun discuss the evils of trafficking and what response the church ca…
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MONEY! Something every fishing household thinks about as frequently as the seasons and days come and go. Today, I’m sharing what two POCFs in our community do and have done financially to make money stretch when seasons tanked or were closed. These POCFs have been with their fishermen for over 20 and 40 years, so I'm passing along their knowledge t…
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Whether it's something you wrestle with personally or it's a friend who's struggling, suicide has affected all of us and is at the center of the cultural conversation. How do we engage with the culture and rising generation about suicide in a wise and productive way? How can we speak encouragement and truth to individuals who are questioning the wo…
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At times, requests from international organizations, students, and writers make it feel like we're the "Google" of the commercial fishing industry! People want to know exactly who we are, where we live, and how we contribute to the industry. We get into this and a whole lot more! In this episode, we discuss: - What exactly a POCF is, and where you'…
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As image-bearers of God, what responsibility do we have to care for his good creation? Is the physical creation ours to exploit, manipulate, and use however we desire? Or do we have a unique calling to care for, cultivate, and steward this beautiful and very good planet we’ve been given? Xandra Grieme received her bachelor’s degree from Colorado St…
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Plenty of Partners of Commercial Fishermen solo parent for days, weeks, or up to six months at a time (maybe longer, depending on the fishery), and we have several in our community who also care for aging parents. Aging happens to us all, yet caretaking kids or elder adults can be easier than you think. I’m honored to have Dr. Melissa Batchelor on …
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Hijacking Jesus: How Progressive Christians Are Remaking Him & Taking Over His Church — Jason Jimenez
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Who do you say Jesus is? Jesus asks each one of us that question, and there are many wrong answers. Listen in as Jason Jimenez talks about his latest work on progressive Christianity and the importance of knowing who Jesus is and what he has accomplished. Check out Jason’s latest book, Hijacking Jesus: How Progressive Christians Are Remaking Him an…
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Fisherman in Bristol Bay, AK? Same! Check out this Diary Entry of What It Was Like to Say Goodbye
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The Goodbye is Chapter One of The Diary of a Partner of a Commercial Fisherman, a limited series written in honor of POCFs preparing to send or have sent off their loved ones for the season. Through 5 stories over 9 weeks, I shared my emotional journey of long-distance dating a fisherman in Bristol Bay, Alaska, including the uncertainty, frustratio…
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We all know that a proper education for future generations is crucial for the future of our world, but what does a thriving and productive schooling look like? How do we construct an education that informs and builds individuals of character and wisdom? Pano Kanelos is the founding president of the University of Austin and an outspoken advocate for…
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