Episodios

  • Lisa Dahl on sensual design, soul-first cooking, and “Soup Hope”

    Lisa Dahl on sensual design, soul-first cooking, and “Soup Hope”
    Sep 15 2025
    In part two of Worth Your Time, hosts Dr. Rob Shumaker and Kristi Lee continue their conversation with restaurateur and author Lisa Dahl. She explains how color, romance, and female sensuality shape her restaurant spaces and dishes; why she teaches cooks to taste, not just time recipes; and how a veggie burger she created as a teen evolved into today’s “hipster” burger. Dahl discusses her cookbooks The Elixir of Life and A Romance with Food, healing through holidays after loss, and the launch of her foundation and “Soup Hope—The Universal Soup of Love.” She also shares updates on her documentary Blessed by Grace, shown at the Heartland Indie Short Films Festival in Indianapolis. Blessed By Grace Trailer: https://www.cheflisadahl.com/blessed-by-grace
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    33 m
  • Lisa Dahl on ‘Blessed by Grace,’ Tragedy, and Building Sedona’s Iconic Restaurants

    Lisa Dahl on ‘Blessed by Grace,’ Tragedy, and Building Sedona’s Iconic Restaurants
    Sep 1 2025
    Restaurateur and philanthropist Lisa Dahl shares her journey from Indianapolis to Sedona, opening acclaimed restaurants and finding healing after the tragic loss of her son. In this episode of Worth Your Time with Dr. Rob Shumaker and Kristi Lee, Dahl discusses her documentary Blessed by Grace, her culinary inspiration, and the creative vision behind Sedona’s dining scene. Blessed By Grace Trailer: https://www.cheflisadahl.com/blessed-by-grace
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    27 m
  • How to Fight Human Trafficking: Healing Victims, Changing Culture, and Taking Action

    How to Fight Human Trafficking: Healing Victims, Changing Culture, and Taking Action
    Aug 15 2025
    In Part 2 of this urgent conversation, With Your Time hosts Dr. Rob Shumaker and Kristi Lee return with Dr. Anne Friesen (HumanTraffickingNow.com) and Andrew Sveum (FreedomRisingNow.org) to explore how individuals and communities can combat human trafficking—both in the U.S. and abroad. From inside Bangladesh’s largest brothel to local neighborhood signs of abuse, the conversation shifts toward hope, healing, and action. The guests share stories of real victims, strategies to prevent exploitation, and practical steps for parents, leaders, and citizens to get involved. This episode confronts difficult truths with courage and clarity—because awareness is the first step to change. For more information or to support their work, visit: 🔹 https://FreedomRisingNow.org 🔹 https://HumanTraffickingNow.com
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    36 m
  • Fighting Human Trafficking at Home and Abroad: Stories from the Front Lines

    Fighting Human Trafficking at Home and Abroad: Stories from the Front Lines
    Aug 1 2025
    On this powerful episode of With Your Time, Rob Shumaker and Kristi Lee sit down with Dr. Anne Friesen of HumanTraffickingNow.com and Andrew Sveum of Freedom Rising Now on one of the most serious topics they’ve tackled—human trafficking. Dr. Friesen shares how her work in North Carolina revealed alarming levels of trafficking within the U.S., while Sveum recounts his experience inside the world’s largest brothel in Bangladesh and the international fight to protect vulnerable children. Together, they explore how trafficking intersects with organized crime, digital exploitation, and global labor abuse—and what parents, communities, and governments can do to respond. For more information or to support their work, visit: 🔹 https://FreedomRisingNow.org 🔹 https://HumanTraffickingNow.com
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    28 m
  • Why We Fear Snakes: Christianity, Science & Slither with Author Stephen S. Hall

    Why We Fear Snakes: Christianity, Science & Slither with Author Stephen S. Hall
    Jul 15 2025
    Author Stephen S. Hall joins Dr. Rob Shumaker and Kristi Lee for part 2 of a fascinating deep dive into his book Slither. From Genesis to genetics, this conversation explores how snakes became symbols of sin, what they can teach us about health, and why public attitudes toward them are slowly changing. You’ll hear about snake personalities, snake sex (yes, really), life-saving venom research, and the cultural baggage snakes still carry today. Plus—there’s a surprise visit from Frank, the in-studio snake.
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    38 m
  • Why We Fear Snakes: Steven S. Hall on Slither and the Science of Serpents

    Why We Fear Snakes: Steven S. Hall on Slither and the Science of Serpents
    Jul 1 2025
    In this episode of Worth Your Time with Dr. Rob Shumaker and Kristi Lee, author Steven S. Hall joins to discuss his new book Slither. The conversation explores why snakes evoke such strong emotions, the evolutionary roots of our fear, and the surprising ways science is changing how we view these often misunderstood creatures. Hall shares stories from history, neuroscience, and personal experience, revealing why snakes deserve more curiosity than contempt.
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    29 m
  • An American Pope? What It Means and Why It Matters

    An American Pope? What It Means and Why It Matters
    Jun 15 2025
    Kristi and Dr. Rob sit down again with Tyler Mayer—president of Providence Cristo Rey High School, former seminarian, and improv coach—for a funny, heartfelt, and insightful conversation. They explore what it means to have an American Pope, the legacy of Pope Francis, and how Pope Leo XIV may shape the future of the Church. Tyler shares his journey from seminary life to marriage, his perspective on Pope Benedict’s resignation, and how experience in Peru may shape Pope Leo’s leadership. You’ll laugh through stories of conclave traditions, theological debates, and the legendary “Balding Eagles” improv team.
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    32 m
  • What Happens When a Pope Is Chosen? Inside the Conclave with Tyler Mayer

    What Happens When a Pope Is Chosen? Inside the Conclave with Tyler Mayer
    Jun 1 2025
    In this episode of Worth Your Time, hosts Kristi Lee and Dr. Rob Shumaker dive into the global significance of the recent papal conclave and selection of Pope Leo XIV. Special guest Tyler Mayer—president of Providence Cristo Rey High School and former seminarian—joins the conversation to explain what actually happens when a new pope is chosen, including the meaning behind papal names, the role of cardinals, and conclave traditions that even include porta-potties in the Sistine Chapel. This wide-ranging discussion covers both serious insights and lighthearted takes on Catholic history, conclave process, and the cultural fascination surrounding the Pope. You don’t have to be Catholic to enjoy this—just curious.
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    29 m