On this week's River Morning Show Weekly Podcast, we explore the art of slowing down with the concept of a "soft summer" and share personal vulnerabilities through "soft confessions" that help us connect with each other more authentically.

• The fifth annual European Gull Scream Championship in Belgium brings together 60 people from 14 countries
• Embracing a "soft summer" by intentionally slowing down through simple practices like enjoying coffee outside or reading one chapter of an encouraging book
• Sharing "soft confessions" about personal insecurities we're learning to accept, from freckles to voice to physical appearance
• Navigating social media criticism while remembering our true identity as children of God
• Finding fresh perspective in familiar scripture, recognizing that God gives generously without conditions

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What makes someone truly cool? Is it wearing sunglasses indoors or always having the perfect meme for every situation?

We tackle the parenting hack that no book wants to admit: sometimes bribery is the key to success. From a four-year-old nephew who needed $2 and the promise of a present to try tubing (and ended up loving it!) to creative strategies involving suction cup toys during diaper changes.

Ohio's own Seph Schlueter joins in to discuss his new album "Counting My Blessings." Seth shares the powerful story behind his song "Turn It To Praise," which transformed from a heavy-hearted prayer about a struggling friend into an anthem of victory.

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Do half birthdays deserve celebration? Is it ok to bribe your kids? Who is going to be at Alive Fest this year? Find out the answers to these questions and more on this week's River Morning Show Weekly Podcast!

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We explore how our messiest moments might be exactly where we're meant to be, while sharing stories of modern bartering, freedom, and nostalgic memories of grandparents' houses. From trading bananas for bicycles to finding God in life's struggles, we discover how ordinary moments reveal extraordinary truths.

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Josh and Hannah explore life's overlooked questions, from grass reproduction to Scottish vocabulary, while weaving in meaningful reflections on kindness, gratitude, and our responsibility as role models.

• Solving the mystery of "grass babies" through Google searches and backyard investigation
• Featuring listener-submitted "Kiddo Lingo" including the memorable "Rita-Dita"
• Reflecting on Charles Barkley's "not a role model" claim and why it's inaccurate
• Remembering that "someone is learning how to be a person by watching you"

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The River Morning Show kicks off with a hilarious revelation that sports might just be "the dude's version of Hallmark Channel".

The episode dives into the controversial world of mint desserts, sparking heated debate about whether mint belongs anywhere near chocolate. Hannah passionately argues that mint commits three dessert crimes: tasting like toothpaste, deceptively masquerading as chocolate chips, and completely overpowering every other flavor.

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Father's Day is coming, and the River Morning Show is in full socks, sandals, and board shorts mode. We spent the last week collecting stories and tales of dadhood and beyond. Here are a few highlights from the show:

• Dads have trademark behaviors like collecting the "driver's tax" of kids' candy on road trips
• Hannah discovers the shocking reality that boys are gross, including finding scabs in her car
• Simple Father's Day gifts often mean the most – including cards with children's scribbled signatures
• Josh shares touching story about his father's heart surgery and the powerful gift of his survival
• Special message for those struggling with Father's Day: "I am proud of you" and "God loves you most"

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Josh and Hanna talk a lot about food this week (what else is new?), but it goes deeper than that. What's the summer food or smell that takes you back to your childhood?

• Josh can't stand okra ("it's like eating a slug") and Hannah avoids olives
• Listener food aversions include liver, cow tongue, pickled pig's feet, and chitlins
• Celebrity sightings spark discussion of the awkward things we do when spotting famous people
• Sometimes doing the right thing isn't as hard as we make it out to be

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