The Main Thing Podcast

Feb 14 2025 124 ep. 17 mins 5
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Your nine-minute dose of wisdom. We provide insights, inspiration and ideas to help you get un-stuck, re-inspired ... to help you get better at life!

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Ep. 123 - A Journalist's Wisdom Journey with Hoppy Kercheval

Feb 14 2025 33 mins  
Hoppy Kercheval, the esteemed “dean of broadcasting” in West Virginia, brings his wealth of experience in journalism to this dynamic episode, offering listeners valuable insights into the art of showing up every day and the transformative power of wisdom. A Broadcaster's Path to Lifelong Learning and Legacy Hoppy, renowned for his work in covering public affairs, politics, and

Ep. 122 - Tim Haring Shares Wisdom for Transitions

Jan 22 2025 24 mins  
Join us on as we embark on a journey of transition and wisdom with our special guest, Tim Haring, founding pastor of Chestnut Ridge Church. With nearly 40 years of leadership and service, Tim recently shifted into retirement, turning over leadership of the organization to his successor. From Northern Lights to Spiritual Insights - Wisdom for Navigating Life’s Transitions Whet

Ep. 121 - Season 5 Wrap-Up with Special Guest Rachel Bell

Jan 09 2025 25 mins  
Join us in a lively celebration of holiday cheer as we gather at Parkwood Studios to wrap gifts with friend of the show, Rachel Bell. “Wrapping Gifts and Unwrapping Wisdom” A festive spirit fills the air as Rachel and Host Skip Lineberg reminisce about memorable moments from past episodes, sharing laughter and witty banter. As the gift-wrapping frenzy unfolds, we explore th

Ep. 120 - Skip's Quips Two: A Different Perspective

Dec 11 2024 13 mins  
This special edition of The Main Thing Podcast isn't just about walking down memory lane; it's about distilling life experiences into actionable wisdom for your personal and professional growth. Join me on this edition of “Skip’s Quips” for a powerful exploration of the importance of perspective on our lives and our work. The Power of Perspective: Insights from a Fast Food

Ep. 119 - Featuring Airline Pilot Rob Akers

Nov 26 2024 27 mins  
Welcome to the Main Thing Podcast, your wisdom podcast. I'm Skip Lineberg and I'll be your host. Twice each month, we bring you a concise, high impact wisdom lesson. Fresh insights and unique perspectives from the wisest people around. Studying their wisdom and learning together, we all get a little better at life. From Combat to Creativity - Rob Akers’ Journey In this epi

Ep. 118 - Servant Leader Alison Ibarra Shares Wisdom

Nov 11 2024 24 mins  
Welcome to the Main Thing Podcast, where every episode brings you a concise, high-impact wisdom lesson from one of the wisest people I know. Studying their wisdom and learning together, we all get a little better at this thing called life. Courage & Community-Building are Par for the Course with Alison Stepping onto a golf course is a serene escape for some, but for Allison Ibarr

Ep. 117 - Jon Beck Navigating ALS with Acceptance & Gratitude

Oct 23 2024 25 mins  
Welcome to the Main Thing Podcast, where every episode brings you a concise, high-impact wisdom lesson from one of the wisest people I know. Studying their wisdom and learning together, we all get just a little bit better at this thing called life. Jon Beck Navigating ALS with Acceptance and Gratitude If you were diagnosed with a serious, perhaps fatal, health condition, would you

Ep. 116 - Conversation Curator Shannon Wheatley Hartman Shares Wisdom

Oct 04 2024 19 mins  
Welcome to the Main Thing Podcast, where every episode brings you a concise, high-impact wisdom lesson from one of the wisest people I know. Studying their wisdom and learning together, we all get just a little bit better at this thing called life. Fostering Democracy and Personal Growth Through Collaborative Exploration What if embracing diverse ideas could transform not just yo

Ep. 115 - Gifted Educator Denise Workman Shares Wisdom

Sep 10 2024 17 mins  
Welcome to the Main Thing Podcast, where every episode brings you a concise, high-impact wisdom lesson from one of the wisest people I know. Studying their wisdom and learning together, we all get just a little bit better at this thing called life. Denise Workman's Journey in Nurturing Exceptional Minds In this heartwarming episode, we sit down with Denise Workman, a passionate e

Ep. 114. - Skip's Quips: The Power of Words

Aug 22 2024 8 mins  
Join me for a powerful exploration of the influence of language in our lives in this special, debut edition of “Skip's Quips.” Today, I share a wisdom lesson that highlights the profound impact words can have on our bodies and minds. A seemingly innocent phrase once caused me to faint in my doctor's office. This incident underscores how words can trigger intense physical reac