Jim Paris Live (James L. Paris)

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Dan Harris, Author Of 10 Percent Happier, Joins Jim Paris Live Feb 09, 2015

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ABC News anchor, Dan Harris, joins Jim Paris Live to discuss his book 10 Percent Happier. Harris shares his story of dealing with anxiety and panic attacks and how he found an answer through meditation. He also discusses his role as a religion reporter for ABC News, including his coverage of the Ted Haggard story.

Is The Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue Pornography? Feb 09, 2015

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Jim discusses a new kind of business of buying merchandise in retail stores and selling it on Amazon. Is Brian Williams a liar? Is he being treated unfairly? Meditation - is it for Christians? Radio Shack is bankrupt, why Amazon wants to buy hundreds of its locations. Has the latest issue Swimsuit Issue of Sports Illustrated gone too far?

The Mystery Of Mothman Feb 02, 2015

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Jeff Wamsley, author of Mothman:The Facts Behind The Legend, joins Jim Paris Live. Was there really a connection between the appearance of Mothman and the collapse of the Silver Bridge in 1967? Is there any correlation between the large number of UFO sightings in Point Pleasant and the Mothman? What were among the most shocking witness accounts and what was the lasting psychological damage to those that saw the creature? Why do many now believe that Mothman is a demon and not of this world? Why are Mothman type creatures being seen around the world and at notable locations such as near the site of the Chernobyl nuclear disaster? How accurate was the depiction of actual events in the 'Mothman Prophecies' Movie starring Richard Gere? Is Point Pleasant known for other paranmormal phenomenon? Jeff also shares information about the new Mothman Museum and the upcoming Mothman Festival. http://www.mothmanlives.com

Marco Rubio MIA On Keystone Pipeline Vote Feb 02, 2015

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Why did Senator Marco Rubio miss the vote on the Keystone pipeline bill in the Senate? You won't believe the reason. How a credit card given to you by your company can damage your personal credit score. The new high tech method of embezzlement - bogus credit card refunds. Skymall goes bankrupt, and 14 red flags that could trigger an IRS audit.

How He Lost 250 Pounds - The Gregg McBride Story Jan 26, 2015

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TV writer Gregg McBride joins Jim Paris Live to discuss his new book, Weightless. Gregg shares his weight loss journey, from growing up as a fat kid to reaching an adult weight of more than 450 pounds. What he did to lose more than 250 pounds, and how he kept it off. In the interview he shares how being overweight took a personal and emotional toll on him. Gregg offers practical advice on how to learn to eat less and consequently lose weight. This is not a fad diet, eat many of the foods you eat now - just eat less.

Christian Scam Charity Shut Down - Profitable Sunrise Jan 26, 2015

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On this episode, Jim discusses turning 50 and the surprise party that his wife and friends threw for him. Jim also shares what happened on his latest Amtrak train trip, and how a Burger King customer accidentally received $2,600 instead of the crispy chicken sandwich they ordered in the drive-thru. The latest on the Profitable Sunrise scam, Nancy Jo Frazer, and what the state of Ohio did to finally shut down their scam charity that targeted Christians.

Crimes On Cruise Ships Update Jan 19, 2015

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Jamie Barnett, President of The International Cruise Victims Association, joins Jim to discuss the death of her own daughter on a cruise ship. Ashley Barnett mysteriously died on a three day Carnival Cruise. Her mother Jamie warns of unknown risks on cruise ships, including stories of rapes, murders, and missing persons. What are your rights when you are on a cruise ship? What legal jurisdiction has authority? If you have a medical emergency will you have access to a qualified doctor? What are the risks of leaving your kids in the care of cruise line employees? How can we change the laws so that passengers will be more protected and require cruise lines to make criminal statistics publicly available.

Save Thousands By Switching To A Prepaid Cell Phone Plan Jan 19, 2015

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In this episode, Jim discusses his move from an AT&T contract cell phone plan to a Virgin Wireless prepaid plan. Why he switched and how much money he will save. The low price of gas has given lawmakers the idea that they can raise fuel taxes. A gallon of gas already includes about 50 cents in taxes. Jim is outraged that there is now talk about increasing fuel taxes beyond current levels.

How To Get Student Loan Forgiveness Jan 05, 2015

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Student loan expert Jan Miller joins Jim Paris for a discussion on student loan forgiveness, student loan refinancing, student loan consolidation, and resolving a student loan default. If you have a student loan you don't want to miss this episode. Numerous strategies on how to lower payments and much more.

Joel Osteen Financial Scandal? Jan 05, 2015

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A prominent New York attorney is alleging that Joel Osteen is using his non-profit ministry to promote his for profit books. The upshot of the allegation is that book royalties are paid to Osteen personally, while his 'ministry' foots the bill for his TV broadcasts. According to media reports, Osteen stopped taking his $200,000 salary as pastor of his Houston mega church in 2005. Although this may appear magnanimous on the surface, Osteen is clearly the beneficiary of millions in free advertising through the TV broadcast funded with church dollars. Who knew (according to media reports) that Osteen's reported net worth is now $40 million dollars? Or that he lives in a $10.5 million dollar estate? (six bedrooms, six bathrooms, three elevators, five fireplaces, a guest house and pool house).