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The Circle of the Panda Podcast

JD Ross

179 episodes

2 weeks ago

JD here. Just click this link to get a message to me. Peace In this powerful and deeply honest conversation, JD sits down with Athena Dean Holtz, founder of Redemption Press and author of eight nonfiction books, to explore what it truly means to guard your heart in a world full of competing voices. Athena draws from her personal journey out of New Age spirituality and years of experience in Christian leadership to unpack how subtle deception, unresolved wounds, and spiritual counterfeits can ...

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Self-Improvement

Religion & Spirituality,

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JD here. Just click this link to get a message to me. Peace In this powerful and deeply honest conversation, JD sits down with Athena Dean Holtz, founder of Redemption Press and author of eight nonfiction books, to explore what it truly means to guard your heart in a world full of competing voices. Athena draws from her personal journey out of New Age spirituality and years of experience in Christian leadership to unpack how subtle deception, unresolved wounds, and spiritual counterfeits can ...

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Self-Improvement

Religion & Spirituality,

Episodes (20/179)

The Circle of the Panda Podcast

What Gets Into Your Heart with Athena Dean Holtz

JD here. Just click this link to get a message to me. Peace In this powerful and deeply honest conversation, JD sits down with Athena Dean Holtz, founder of Redemption Press and author of eight nonfiction books, to explore what it truly means to guard your heart in a world full of competing voices. Athena draws from her personal journey out of New Age spirituality and years of experience in Christian leadership to unpack how subtle deception, unresolved wounds, and spiritual counterfeits can ...

2 weeks ago

35 minutes

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JD here. Just click this link to get a message to me. Peace In this short solo episode, JD speaks directly to anyone who feels undone, broken, or stuck in a downward spiral—especially during a season when anxiety, reflection, and isolation tend to surface. Rather than offering clichés or easy answers, he acknowledges the reality of pain, loss, and hard seasons that many people quietly carry. JD shares what listeners can expect moving forward on the Circle of the Panda Podcast: honest conversa...

3 weeks ago

4 minutes

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Fight the Good Fight - Episode 12: Summing it Up

JD here. Just click this link to get a message to me. Peace JD Ross concluded the Fight the Good Fight podcast series (Episode 12). Key themes included: Spiritual warfare as a daily battle that requires discipline and consistency.Reliance on God’s word, spirit, and promises as equipment for victory.Biblical references: 2 Timothy 4:7 (“fight the good fight, finish the race, keep the faith”) and Romans 12:2 (“be transformed by the renewing of your mind”).Encouragement for listeners to stay str...

4 weeks ago

8 minutes

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Fight the Good Fight - Episode 11: The Role of Worship in Warfare

JD here. Just click this link to get a message to me. Peace In this episode of Circle of the Panda, JD Ross unpacks the power of worship as a weapon in spiritual battles. Drawing from Psalm 22:3, Acts 16:25, and Psalm 28:7, JD explains how worship shifts our focus to God, invites His presence, and breaks chains of fear and discouragement. More than just singing, worship becomes the sword of the Spirit—building faith, bringing joy, and causing the enemy to flee. Listeners are encouraged ...

1 month ago

7 minutes

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Fight the Good Fight - Episode 10: Overcoming Fear

JD here. Just click this link to get a message to me. Peace In this episode of Fight the Good Fight, JD Ross unpacks how faith overcomes fear. While fear paralyzes and focuses on problems, faith moves us forward by holding onto God’s promises. JD shares four powerful ways to conquer fear: speaking scripture, replacing “what ifs” with “God is” affirmations, surrounding yourself with voices of faith, and remembering God’s past faithfulness. With personal testimony and encouragement, JD re...

1 month ago

8 minutes

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Fight the Good Fight - Episode 9: Walking in Daily Obedience

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1 month ago

13 minutes

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Fight the Good Fight - Episode 8: Guard Your Heart

JD here. Just click this link to get a message to me. Peace In this episode of Fight the Good Fight, JD Ross unpacks the vital call to “guard your heart,” drawing from Proverbs 4:23, Psalm 51:10, and Matthew 5:8. JD explains that protecting your heart isn’t about isolation but about intentionally monitoring the influences you allow in—your thoughts, relationships, and responses. He warns against letting bitterness, fear, greed, and anger take root, encouraging listeners instead to focus on wh...

2 months ago

11 minutes

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Fight the Good Fight Episode 7: Guarding Your Mind

JD here. Just click this link to get a message to me. Peace In this episode of Fight the Good Fight, JD Ross shares how the battle for our lives begins in the mind. Drawing from 2 Corinthians 10:5, Romans 12:1–2, and Philippians 4:8–9, JD explains how to capture destructive thoughts and replace them with God’s truth. By guarding your mind and renewing it daily with scripture, you can break cycles of fear, shame, worry, and regret, and instead live with peace and purpose. This week’s cha...

2 months ago

8 minutes

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Fight the Good Fight Episode 6: Wisdom

JD here. Just click this link to get a message to me. Peace In this episode of Fight the Good Fight, JD Ross explores the difference between worldly wisdom and godly wisdom. Drawing from James 1:5, Proverbs 2:6, and James 3:13–17, JD shows how true wisdom comes from God and contrasts it with the false wisdom of envy, selfish ambition, and disorder. He reminds listeners that faith is a growth journey and that godly wisdom produces purity, peace, mercy, and righteousness. This week’s chal...

2 months ago

8 minutes

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Fight the Good Fight Episode 5: Fighting Together

JD here. Just click this link to get a message to me. Peace In this episode of Fight the Good Fight, JD Ross shares why no one can win the spiritual battle alone. Drawing from Ecclesiastes 4:9–12 and other scriptures, he explains the importance of choosing the right people to fight alongside you—those who will truly “have your back.” JD unpacks what it means to be part of the body of Christ, the role of accountability, and the encouragement that comes from community. This week’s challenge: id...

2 months ago

12 minutes

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Fight the Good Fight Episode 4: The Power of Prayer

JD here. Just click this link to get a message to me. Peace In this episode of Circle of the Panda, JD Ross unpacks the power of prayer in spiritual warfare. Prayer isn’t complicated—it’s a direct line to God’s strength, peace, and guidance. Drawing from Philippians 4:6–7, James 5:16, and 1 Thessalonians 5:16–18, JD encourages listeners to make prayer a daily habit, not just in crises but in every decision and circumstance. This week’s challenge: commit to at least 10 minutes of intenti...

3 months ago

6 minutes

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Terrance Randolph - National Alliance on Mental Illness: Piedmont and Tri-County

JD here. Just click this link to get a message to me. Peace In this episode of The Circle on the Panda Podcast, host JD sits down with Terrence Randolph, Outreach Coordinator for the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) in the Piedmont Tri-County area. Terrence shares his personal journey through grief, loss, and healing, and discusses the importance of mental health advocacy. Terrence opens up about his own struggles, the stigma surrounding mental health, and how finding support change...

3 months ago

42 minutes

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Globe Aware: Kimberly Haley-Coleman

JD here. Just click this link to get a message to me. Peace In this episode of The Circle of the Panda Podcast, host JD welcomes Kimberly Haley-Coleman, founder and executive director of Global Aware. Kimberly shares her journey from a successful corporate career to leading impactful short-term service projects in over 25 countries. She discusses the inspiration behind Global Aware, the importance of ethical and culturally immersive volunteering, and the life-changing experiences that come fr...

3 months ago

44 minutes

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Fight the Good Fight Episode 3:Training for Endurance

JD here. Just click this link to get a message to me. Peace In this episode of Circle of the Panda, JD Ross continues the Fight the Good Fight series with a raw and real look at spiritual endurance. Drawing from Hebrews 12:1–3, JD shares practical ways to keep moving forward when faith feels heavy—fixing your eyes on Jesus, removing distractions, and building habits that strengthen your walk. Expect encouragement, scripture, and actionable steps to help you run the race with perseveranc...

3 months ago

10 minutes

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Tosha Dash - She Dreams Academy

JD here. Just click this link to get a message to me. Peace Empowering Women's Transition from Corporate Leadership to Business Ownership: Featuring Tasha Dash In this episode of The Circle of the Panda Podcast, host JD welcomes Tasha Dash, a transformative leader who helps women transition from corporate roles to successful business ownership. Tasha is the CEO and founder of She Dreams Consulting and the creator of She Dreams Academy, offering guidance and strategies to empower women to buil...

3 months ago

40 minutes

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Fight the Good Fight Episode 2: Standing Strong in the Battle

JD here. Just click this link to get a message to me. Peace In Episode 2 of Fight the Good Fight, JD Ross takes us into the reality of spiritual battles and how to stand firm when they come. From Ephesians 6, he reminds us that the fight isn’t against people but against unseen spiritual forces, and God equips us with the armor to endure. JD walks through each piece of the armor of God—truth, righteousness, readiness, faith, salvation, the Word, and prayer—and shares how these tools prep...

3 months ago

12 minutes

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Barrett Counterman Episode # 3

JD here. Just click this link to get a message to me. Peace This is the third in a three-part series with Barrett Counterman. In this episode Barrett discusses: - a perception that some have of people with disabilities - why there are not more people with disabilities in churches - how to pray for someone with a disability - how a Bible Study would look if Barrett ran one

3 months ago

26 minutes

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Fighting the Good Fight Episode 1

JD here. Just click this link to get a message to me. Peace In this opening episode of Fight the Good Fight, JD Ross lays the foundation for a new 12-week series. Drawing from 1 Timothy 6:11–12, he unpacks what it means to 'fight the good fight of faith.' Life is full of battles—stress, division, even the struggles within our own minds—but the Bible calls us to focus on the one fight that leads to peace, joy, and eternal reward. JD contrasts the weariness of worldly fights with the hope...

3 months ago

10 minutes

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The Swaggy Life - Barrett Counterman Episode 2

JD here. Just click this link to get a message to me. Peace Barrett Counterman has Cerebral Palsy but Cerebral Palsy does not have Barrett Counterman. Barrett has a clear vision, and he shares it in this episode. He also discusses: - What he struggles with - His dream - Why he uses the name Swaggy Life - Advice for those serving or living in assisting living homes Stay tuned for more from Barrett Counterman.

3 months ago

22 minutes

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What is "The Way"?

JD here. Just click this link to get a message to me. Peace What does it mean to follow "the Way"? and what is "the Way"? Or a better way to state it is who is "the Way"? It is a radical and transformational approach to life.

3 months ago

15 minutes