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90 Years a Californian

I had the privilege of interviewing my friend Ron Plue and discussing the ins and outs of life, itself, from his vantage point of nearly 91 years. Spiritual development, points of view re: optimism and pessimism and the inevi...

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90 Years a Californian

March 14, 2025

Jerry Sander

I had the privilege of interviewing my friend Ron Plue and discussing the ins and outs of life, itself, from his vantage point of nearly 91 years. Spiritual development, points of view re: optimism and pessimism and the inevitable losses that come with aging are considered in light of the power of living in the moment. 

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March 14, 2025

90 Years a Californian

I had the privilege of interviewing my friend Ron Plue and discussing the ins and outs of life, itself, from his vantage point of nearly 91 years. Spiritual development, points of view re: optimism and pessimism and the inevi...

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Feb. 11, 2025

Everywhere the Undrowned

I interview author, and friend, Stephanie Clare Smith about her stunning memoir, "Everywhere the Undrowned." The book is writing at its best as it revisits (through lyrical memory/reflection) the images associated with the su...

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Jan. 22, 2025

All You Need Is (More Than) Love

Some reflections on The Beatles' song/purported-advice 58 years after. Does it hold up? Was it ever true? Nope. Well, what then? What is needed, and how do you get it? I prefer the words of Procol Harum: "For the answer lies ...

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Nov. 18, 2024

The Election of 2024

13 days later, some reflections begin to come into focus. Regardless of your vote, there are real reasons to be concerned. It is time for all of us to turn into adults once again.

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Oct. 31, 2024

Election 2024

The long-awaited sequel to the 2020 Election coverage, with our team of ace reporters-and-citizens-in-the-field, including New Jersey correspondant Joe Nolan, Mrs. Kinda Needamap from Coxsackie, NY, Vidar Hageman from West Vi...

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Sept. 23, 2024

Forgiveness, Revisited

In this episode, Jerry revisits and reflects on the concept of forgiveness, exploring its complexities and the importance of personal growth. He discusses the limitations of unilateral forgiveness and emphasizes that true for...

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