The conversation continues as Rabbi Sanford Akselrad and Reverend Adrian Doll discuss the role faith can play in healing the divisions facing our society. As America celebrates its 250th anniversary, they reflect on how compassion, understanding, and shared values can help bring people together despite their differences.

In Part 2 of this Faith Matters episode, they explore how religious communities can foster meaningful dialogue, strengthen relationships, and inspire hope for the future. It's a timely conversation about unity, faith, and the values that can help shape America's next 250 years.

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Getting older comes with a few surprises. In this episode of Much Ado, Dianne Hahn shares the humorous realities of aging, from knees that seem to predict the weather to waking up with mysterious aches from simply sleeping. Along the way, she reflects on why growing older doesn't bother her at all, celebrating the wisdom, perspective, and gratitude that come with each new chapter.

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On this episode of People & Places, host Dan Roberts sits down with Kathy Yanke, Sassy Squads Director for the Las Vegas Sassy Seniors, to talk about the incredible community they've built for women across Southern Nevada.

Kathy shares how the organization got its start, how the Sassy Seniors support local charities throughout the valley, and why creating a welcoming sisterhood has become so meaningful for hundreds of women. It's a conversation full of laughter, inspiration, and proof that making a difference never goes out of style.

Sassy Seniors Website: https://www.stagetimeevents.com/sassy

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In Part 1 of this two-part Faith Matters series, Rabbi Sanford Akselrad and Reverend Adrian Doll explore the message of hope shared across faiths and its connection to the American story.

Along the way, they dive into the history behind Fourth of July fireworks, reflect on the meaning of freedom, and discuss why the nation's 250th anniversary is an opportunity to celebrate both our shared history and our shared humanity.

Be sure to listen in and watch out for Part 2 of this special conversation, where Rabbi Akselrad and Reverend Doll continue exploring faith, community, and the future of America.

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People & Places: A new charter school is coming to Henderson, and the team behind it is thinking big. Kesher Academy Board Chairman Jordan Betten and Principal Eve Breier sit down to discuss the school's recent authorization, their plans to open with approximately 400 students, and their long-term vision of growing into a full K–8 campus.

They share why they started Kesher Academy, what they hope to bring to local families, and how they're building a school designed to grow alongside the Henderson community.

Kesher Academy's Website: https://kesheracademy.org/

Contact Eve about Kesher Academy: (702) 850-0585

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Every new technology brings opportunity, questions, and a little uncertainty. In this episode of Faith Matters, Rabbi Sanford Akselrad and Reverend Adrian Doll explore the Pope's recent encyclical on artificial intelligence and why faith communities are paying attention to the rapidly changing world of AI.

Along the way, they explain what an encyclical actually is, discuss where AI can be a force for good, and examine the concerns that come with giving technology an increasingly larger role in everyday life. From ethics and human dignity to creativity and connection, this thoughtful conversation looks at how faith can help guide us through one of the most significant technological shifts of our time.

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Remember when people thought the internet would ruin everything? Or when nobody could figure out how to program the VCR? On this episode of Much Ado, host Dianne Hahn talks about the fear surrounding AI and why new technology has always made people a little nervous.

After all, we made it through floppy disks, GPS directions replacing paper maps, and whatever noise the old dial-up internet used to make. AI may feel intimidating now, but history says we’ll probably figure this one out too.

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Every story has a beginning, and every conversation has a purpose.

As Faith Matters launches on Vegas Voice TV, Rabbi Sanford Akselrad and Reverend Adrian Doll take listeners behind the microphone to share their own stories. With the experiences that shaped their faith and the friendships and conversations that inspired this podcast, they discuss where they've been, why they're returning, and where they hope to go next.

It's an introduction to the people behind the voices and a preview of the meaningful discussions ahead.

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