Craig DeRoche was young, rising-star city councilman—in a city of about 50,000—to the Michigan State legislature. At age 34, he went to the top spot in the 110-member legislative body and was sworn as Speaker. But what happened when ambition, power, and politics converge? What lessons can people outside public life learn from his example? It's a story about power, downfall, and redemption. (Original Airdate 5-7-21)
Up Next in Season 2 (2021)
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Winning, Losing and Faith : State of ...
He was the 46th Governor of Pennsylvania—born here in Philadelphia with deep ties to Pittsburgh. He was often described as a “Boy Scout” — with a simple challenge to his staff to always: “Do the right thing” — no matter the consequences. But what if doing the right thing costs you your job? What ...
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The Sacred Art of Joking : State of I...
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Grief and Hope- A Personal Reflection...
From Joe’s introduction to this week’s show- “I’ve had to preach at many funerals since I left the seminary and entered full-time ministry. It’s such a common experience as we grow older. There are certain words and rituals, Scripture passages, and hymns that tie us together—smoothing over the ra...
