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Newsmakers

CBN News
Welcome to "The Newsmakers Podcast," a show where we go behind the headlines each day to bring you interviews with pastors, entertainers, politicians, and other notable figures. Based on the "Newsmakers" show on the CBN News Channel, this daily podcast featuring CBN's Billy Hallowell provides full interviews with one newsworthy person every weekday.

Episodes

'These Are the End Times': Sean Feucht Prepares to Confront Anti-Israel Horror, Hate

Christian worship leader Sean Feucht is stepping into the chaotic anti-Israel protests plaguing prominent campuses like Columbia University and New York University to offer a Gospel-fuelled response. Feucht is hosting the United For Israel March on April 25 at 6:30 p.m. ET near Columbia's New York City campus, an event he hopes will have a deep and profound impact in defense of the Jewish people. "Every Christian and person of faith across America should be absolutely horrified at what we're see...

Apr 24, 202412 min

Demonic, Exorcism Stories Deliver Terrifying Warning About Dangers of Dabbling in Occult

Exorcism. Possession. Diabolical evil. These themes, which are mainstays in many Hollywood productions, are also deeply rooted in Scripture, with the New Testament highlighting Jesus' ministry of expelling the demonic from afflicted individuals. These are themes at the heart of "The Exorcist Files," a podcast created and hosted by Ryan Bethea. The show is currently running a Kickstarter campaign to fund season two and has blown past its goal. Bethea told CBN News he initially created the show wi...

Apr 23, 202422 min

'I Heard God Speak': Columbine Survivor's 'God' Moment Amid Horror

Craig Scott is a survivor of the Columbine High School shooting, one of the worst school massacres in American history. His sister, Rachel Joy Scott, was killed during the tragic ordeal after two gunmen entered the school on April 20, 1999, and killed 12 students and a teacher before turning their weapons on themselves. Scott told CBN News that his sister's "life and legacy" has "impacted millions of people." Rachel, who was 17 when she was killed, was a strong Christian who kept her thoughts do...

Apr 22, 202446 min

Alisa Childers Counters Popular and 'Destructive' Fad Among Christians

"Deconstruction" has become one of the most frequently spouted faith terms of late, sparking an abundance of reactions from Christians and non-Christians alike. Author Alisa Childers, who addresses the subject in her latest book, "The Deconstruction of Christianity: What It Is, Why It’s Destructive, and How to Respond," recently told CBN News why she believes this pattern of people unpacking and deconstructing their faith has become so prevalent. "I do think it's a fad, although a lot of people ...

Apr 19, 20249 min

Is Biden Admin Trying to Shut Down Largest Christian University in America?

A battle between the largest Christian university in America and the Biden administration took a new turn this month after Department of Education Secretary Miguel Cardona reportedly vowed to shutter Grand Canyon University (GCU), a college located in Phoenix, Arizona. Cardona reportedly made his comments during an April 10 House Appropriations Committee hearing, stating the administration is "cracking down not only to shut them down, but to send a message to not prey on students," according to ...

Apr 18, 202426 min

Israel Must Strike Back: Why Iran Could Face a Reckoning

Regent University professor Dr. A.J. Nolte said Iran's Sunday attack on Israel left him surprised, noting the attempted incursion was the "first time the Islamic Republic has attacked Israel directly from its territory." As CBN News previously reported, Iran fired more than 300 attack drones and missiles toward Israel, but the "vast majority" were intercepted, according to the Israeli military. Despite the positive outcome in terms of a lack of damage and destruction, the situation remains tense...

Apr 17, 202415 min

War, Chaos, Legal Battles: Wild History of Federal Income Tax in America

Did you know the U.S. government once forbade a federal income tax — and that the government mostly brought in monies through excise taxes and other means? As millions of Americans prepare and await their tax returns, historian William Federer is taking some time to break down the strange and fascinating history behind the federal income tax. Federer, author of "The Interesting History of Income Tax," told CBN News the Civil War was the first time there was a federal income tax in America. "Once...

Apr 16, 202427 min

Actor Gary Sinise Reflects on Faith, Son's Death After Cancer Battle

"He was a man of great faith — great, great faith." That's how actor Gary Sinise describes his 33-year-old son, Mac, who died in January after a harrowing battle with Chordoma, a persistent and rare cancer that starts in the spine. The "Forrest Gump" star told CBN News his son "loved his Catholic faith" and deeply embraced it throughout his journey. "It was just inspiring to see how it helped sustain him through this cancer battle," Sinise said of the harrowing health fight that started in 2018....

Apr 15, 202439 min

FOX News' Lawrence Jones Delivers Powerful Gospel Message: 'Proud to Be a Believer'

"FOX & Friends" co-host Lawrence Jones has a deep-rooted faith, a passion for the Gospel, and a growing media career that has landed him on millions of TV sets each week. "I come from generations of pastors," Jones recently told CBN News. "My mom's a preacher, grandparents are, so, the Gospel at large — knowing who Christ is and accepting [Him] to my heart ... that's all I know." The 31-year-old TV host said he grew up learning biblical truth, but it wasn't until he left home and moved to Washin...

Apr 12, 202421 min

Ex-IDF Paratrooper's Warning to Biden, World Leaders

A foreign policy and security analyst and ex-Israel Defense Forces paratrooper is warning about the dangerous powder keg brewing on Israel's northern border while also offering up some important warnings to world leaders who are pressuring Israel. Daniel Flesch said Israel's current battle against Hamas is the "longest war for Israel since its war of independence" in the late 1940s — a struggle sparked on Oct. 7 when Hamas terrorists attacked and killed over 1,200 innocent Israelis. With U.S. Pr...

Apr 11, 202428 min

MSNBC's Bizarre Treatment of Bible Ministry: 'Like an SNL Skit'

The founder and CEO if an organization that provides Bible education during the public school day said recent MSNBC coverage of his efforts was so bizarre it felt like a "Saturday Night Live" skit. "The MSNBC piece frankly, to me, was hilarious," Joel Penton founder of LifeWise Academy, told CBN News. "It genuinely felt like an SNL skit." Even a brief viewing of the 9-minute MSNBC segment — which reportedly left out positive data from LifeWise showing academic improvements among participants — p...

Apr 10, 202415 min

'Ramping Up to Revelation': Are the End Times Upon Us?

Wars. Rumors of wars. Famines. Pestilences. Earthquakes. These are just some of the "birth pains" Jesus said will precede the biblical end times. And with a solar eclipse, a random earthquake in the northeast, and continued consternation in the Middle East dominating headlines, it should come as no surprise end of days speculation is currently kicking back up in recent days and weeks. Prophecy expert Jeff Kinley, author of "God's Grand Finale" and the coming book, "The End of the World According...

Apr 09, 20249 min

Israeli Spokesperson Delivers Warning in Response to Calls for Ceasefire

A spokesperson for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said the nation is "fighting to stay alive" and to secure Israel's future. Tal Heinrich told CBN News Israel believes support from the international community is "great," but the country is not going to back down simply because other world leaders choose to abandon or minimize support. "When you're fighting a war, you want moral clarity, you want global support on your side," she said. "But we're not fighting for support. We're fightin...

Apr 08, 20249 min

Doctor Reveals 'Lies About Marijuana,' Reveals Shocking, Dangerous Stats

A Texas doctor who researches the effects of marijuana is sounding the alarm about culture's mainstreaming of the drug, warning its effects are anything but benign. Dr. Raymond Wiggins, an oral surgeon and author of the book "Weeding Out the Lies About Marijuana," told CBN Digital weed is a drug that can have profound psychological and physical effects on the body. "If you want to talk about psychosis, for those who start using marijuana at a young age and who use it on a regular basis, there's ...

Apr 05, 202415 min

End Times Author on Antichrist, Tribulation and Biggest Error Made Surrounding Book of Revelation

Prophecy expert and author Jeff Kinley believes the Book of Revelation is unique and important as it's the "last book of the Bible" and the final word God gave to "His church." Kinley, whose latest book "God's Grand Finale: Wrath, Grace, and Glory in Earth’s Last Days" explores this topic, believes the end times themes in Revelation are "very critical" and can offer important insight on the Lord. "It does tell us about the end of time, the whole Tribulation period, heaven ... the second coming, ...

Apr 04, 202413 min

Are Aliens and UFOs...Demonic? Astrophysicist Reveals Why UFO Claims Aren't What They Seem

Are aliens real? Do UFOs really exist? These questions, once relegated to the confines of conspiratorial enterprises, are now legitimately being pondered among some scientists, academics — and even in the halls of Congress. It's an issue Dr. Hugh Ross, an astrophysicist and apologist, has long researched and explored. "I became a UFO expert, but not on purpose," he recently said. "I was an amateur astronomer before I became a professional astronomer." Ross eventually found himself handling UFO r...

Apr 03, 202423 min

Vision From God Sends Man on Mission to Create Massive Monument to Miracles and 'Answered Prayers'

A monument documenting miracles and answered prayers is set to be erected in England, with the massive structure serving as an international reminder of God's impact on people's lives. Richard Gamble, the creator of the Eternal Wall of Answered Prayer, recently told CBN's Faithwire about the inspiration for his massive monument and what he's hoping to achieve. "It is a giant infinity loop. It's made of a million bricks," he said. "It's about the size of a football pitch, and it sort of arcs up 1...

Apr 02, 202411 min

Does Trump's Massive $454 Million Penalty Violate His 8th Amendment Rights?

As 2024 presumptive GOP nominee Donald Trump continues to face various court battles, an appeals court granted him at least a temporary reprieve from a $454 million fine. With Trump up against a deadline earlier this week to pay the penalty, the appeals court lowered the sum to a $175 million bond, giving the former president 10 days to secure the monies. This not only at least temporarily lowered the sum but also relieved Trump from New York Attorney General Letitia James's pledge to seize his ...

Apr 01, 202416 min

Matt Redman and Christian Stars Unite for 'How Great Thou Art' 75th Anniversary Remix

Beloved hymn "How Great Thou Art" has inspired Christians for decades. And as the song celebrates its 75th anniversary, worship leader Matt Redman is honoring its legacy with an updated version. The singer-songwriter told CBN News about his unique collaboration with a slew of Christian artists, including: Chris Tomlin, Hillary Scott, Kari Jobe, Cody Carnes, Naomi Raine, Blessing Offor, Jon Reddick, TAYA, Brian and Jenn Johnson, Matt Maher, Pat Barrett, Benjamin William Hastings, Ryan Ellis, and ...

Mar 28, 202413 min

The Real Solution to Saving the Unborn: 'Hearts and Minds'

A pro-life activist working to help women realize abortion isn't their only option is on a mission to bring people a "system of care" and "true choices." Jeff Bradford, president of Human Coalition, recently told CBN News that his organization works on both the service and legislative sides. "Human Coalition is one of the largest pro-life, pro-woman organizations in the country," Bradford said. "We work with directly with women who believe that abortion is their only option." He continued, "We a...

Mar 27, 202413 min

Family of U.S. Marine Killed in Afghanistan Reveals Biden's Shock Response

"Our lives will never be the same." Christy Shamblin, whose daughter-in-law, Marine Sergeant Nicole Gee, was one of the 13 American service members killed in an ISIS-K terror attack during the chaotic August 2021 U.S. pullout from Afghanistan, is still processing such a monumental, earth-shattering loss. "She was our light, but she was also a light for so many other people," Shamblin told CBN News. "We've changed everything about how we live with her loss. We won't be the same people ever again....

Mar 26, 202414 min

'Jesus Came for Everyone': 'The Chosen' Transforms Inmates' Lives in Prisons Across America

"The Chosen" is changing inmates' lives, bringing the Gospel message to a population desperately in need of hope and transformation. Heather Rice-Minus, president and CEO of Prison Fellowship, a ministry serving the incarcerated and their families, explained the impact the Bible-inspired TV series is having on prisoners. Rice-Minus said the Come and See Foundation, the group responsible for trying to get "The Chosen" in front of one billion people, has joined forces with her organization. "The C...

Mar 25, 202411 min

New Horrors, Christian Persecution in Nigeria: Experts Sound Alarm

With persecution intensifying in Nigeria, many Christians are facing amplified social pressures. The latest example surrounds two government colleges. Sean Nelson, legal counsel for ADF International, warns of dangerous, anti-Christian bias on these campuses. "The situation in Nigeria, just generally, is a very, very difficult situation for Christians, in particular, especially in the northern part of the country," Nelson said. "Nigeria [is] the largest democracy in Africa ... It's roughly equal...

Mar 22, 202414 min

Church Sues Government For Allegedly ‘Blocking’ Pastor From Feeding Poor

An Arizona church is suing the City of San Luis, charging officials with allegedly blocking its charitable food distribution to individuals and families in need. Conservative legal firm First Liberty Institute and law firm Snell and Wilmer L.L.P. filed a complaint and preliminary injunction in the United States District Court for the District of Arizona on behalf of Gethsemani Baptist Church. Jeremy Dys, senior counsel for First Liberty, told CBN News the church is close to the U.S.-Mexico borde...

Mar 21, 202413 min

Border Battle Rages as Preacher's 'Revival' Plan Catches Fire

Much of the political debate right now is centered on the growing chaos Americans are seeing on the southern border, with migrants illegally crossing the border at shocking rates. But with so much consternation focused on the social and political elements and failed legislative attempts at addressing the matter, Pentecostal preacher Tony Suarez is on a mission to turn the conversation back to the spiritual. Suarez will host Revival on the Border in El Paso, Texas, from March 21-23, and McAllen, ...

Mar 20, 202411 min

'Set Free From My Sin': Hollywood Actor's Mission to 'Proclaim Hope,' Share Faith

Actor Brett Varvel is on a mission to spread faith and hope through Hollywood. The "County Rescue" star recently joined CBN News to discuss his role as Andy, an EMT, in the new Great American Family series', a show that weaves together faith and drama to create a compelling show. "The thing that we explore in this show that's maybe different from other medical dramas is that we go into the interpersonal workings of this ensemble that we have on screen," Varvel said. "And we see real-life questio...

Mar 19, 202410 min

Plan to 'Disrupt' Ivy League Colleges With Gospel Message: 'An Unreached People Group'

Matt Bennett, founder of Christian Union (CU), an organization with campus ministries at influential colleges across America, is on a mission to spread the Gospel to Ivy League students. Bennett's new CU Rise campaign is an eight-week effort from March 17 through May that aims to "disrupt" campus culture by introducing students to Jesus. The on-campus and online campaign will seek to evangelize students at Brown, Columbia, Cornell, Dartmouth, Harvard, Penn, Princeton, Yale, and Stanford. An in-p...

Mar 18, 202414 min

Author Mitch Albom Details Harrowing Experience Escaping Haiti in Dark of Night

Bestselling author Mitch Albom, known for blockbuster books like "Tuesdays with Morrie," "The Five People You Meet in Heaven,” and "The Stranger in the Lifeboat," was among those forced to flee from Haiti in the dead of night after the nation descended into sheer chaos. Albom was visiting Have Faith Haiti, an orphanage run by he and his wife, Janine, when Haiti's government collapsed and he was among the Americans trapped there with no way out. With violence flaring, Albom and a group of nine ot...

Mar 15, 202416 min

'The Chosen' Is Changing Inmates' Lives Inside American Prisons: The Incredible Journey to Bring the Show to 1 Billion People

The head of an organization tasked with bringing "The Chosen" to one billion people across the globe has unveiled plans to bring season four of the hit show to prisons and churches, a bold move aimed at sparking Gospel conversations and healing. Stan Jantz, chief executive officer of the Come and See Foundation, recently told CBN News his nonprofit's mission is to "support 'The Chosen,'" implementing a vision to bring "the authentic Jesus" to one billion people. "We have three ... pillars, and o...

Mar 14, 202415 min

'It Was Wild': Jennie Allen Reveals How Revival, Powerful Mass Baptism Transforms Lives

Author and speaker Jennie Allen has witnessed some of the most powerful revival moments over the past year. She helped hundreds of young people get spontaneously baptized at Auburn University in Alabama last year — something she recently spoke about with CBN News during a conversation about her new book "Untangle Your Emotions: Naming What You Feel and Knowing What to Do About It." "It was [a] pretty incredible night and we didn't plan it," she said, noting that she had a "sense of the Spirit......

Mar 13, 202424 min
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