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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

Pastor Breaks Down Miracles, Fighting Demons, Deliverance, and More

A New York City pastor is on a mission to help people see that "God still heals." Mike Signorelli of V1 Church in New York City joined Billy Hallowell to explain how facets of the secular medical community are now "open to the spiritual realm." While some doctors and hospitals are looking for help in the wrong places, he said there is an opportunity for Christians to step into the fold and divert attention toward biblical truth. "What we have to do is believe that God is going to do what only He...

Apr 22, 202527 min

‘It Just Ignited’: Pastor Says Revival Is Breaking Out in His California Church

A California pastor said he’s personally witnessing revival unfold inside his church as people increasingly cling closer to the Lord — and it apparently all started after the preacher opened up about his struggles during a recent sermon. Shane Idleman of Westside Christian Fellowship in Leona Valley, California, told CBN News he believes a genuine spiritual awakening rooted in “sound doctrine” can help pave the way for the spiritual bursts of power seen in certain places in America today. Listen...

Apr 21, 202521 min

Steve Deace on Spiritual Warfare, Political Chaos — and a Warning

Radio host Steve Deace said "there's no way" he could have scripted out the political events of the past year, noting he believes much of what has unfolded politically and culturally has been steeped in spiritual warfare and chaos. "I'm convinced that what we saw this last year, a hundred percent, we watched spiritual warfare play out in the natural realm," Deace said, citing attempted assassinations on President Donald Trump, cultural chaos, and unexpected political developments. "I mean, we sa...

Apr 11, 202511 min

'God Spoke': Miracles that Stunned Ray Comfort, Offered Powerful Biblical Evidence

Want more miracles? Stream "Investigating the Supernatural: Miracles," a new documentary from CBN about powerful medical miracles: www.cbn.com/supernatural Evangelist Ray Comfort believes in miracles and has personally experienced God's hand at work, revealing the amazing ways the Lord has shown Himself. "I've seen things that happen that I would consider supernatural," he said. "Like when we were invited to base our ministry in the U.S. over a three-day period, 13 strange things happened that I...

Apr 09, 202521 min

Kirk Cameron, Near Death Experiences, and Miracles

Kirk Cameron, near death experiences, and miracles. Billy Hallowell explores this and more on this week's Newsmakers. Watch the weekly "Newsmakers" TV show each week on CBN News Watch the weekly "Newsmakers" TV show on CBN's YouTube channel Download the free CBN News App

Apr 07, 202522 min

The Real Story Behind Kristan Hawkins' Viral Face-Offs With Pro-Choice Students

Pro-life activist Kristan Hawkins' journey to leading Students for Life of America started after she became involved in a crisis pregnancy center as a teenager — a moving experience that shaped her. Pro-life activist Kristan Hawkins' journey to leading Students for Life of America started after she became involved in a crisis pregnancy center as a teenager — a moving experience that shaped her. Listen to her tell her story. Watch the weekly "Newsmakers" TV show each week on CBN News Watch the we...

Apr 02, 202523 min

A Mission to Transform Hollywood Content? Great American Family CEO's Pro-America, Pro-Faith Message

Bill Abbott, president and CEO of Great American Media, is on a mission to support faith and family-friendly entertainment — and he has a message about what Hollywood's churning out. "We have a very loyal audience and we happen to believe the majority of the country wants to see traditional family values and really experience content that's supportive of faith, family, and country," Abbott recently told CBN News at the National Religious Broadcasters Convention. "And you look at Hollywood and 98...

Apr 01, 20258 min

Dream About Jesus Sparks Revival Mission: Jennie Allen's Powerful Story

Speaker and author Jennie Allen has had a front-row seat to revival — and her powerful role in helping spread the Gospel to new generations all started with a dream. Allen said her decision to launch Gather — a global effort that rallies the church together for a 25-hour simulcast— was rooted in that dream, a fact she knows might "sound crazy to some people." "I'm not saying I've not believed in dreams and visions from God," she said. "But I've never been one that's had dreams and visions from G...

Mar 28, 202514 min

TV Exec Takes on Hollywood With Mission For 'Faith, Family, Country' Content

Bill Abbott, president and CEO of Great American Media, is on a mission to support faith and family-friendly entertainment — and he has a message about what Hollywood's churning out. "We have a very loyal audience and we happen to believe the majority of the country wants to see traditional family values and really experience content that's supportive of faith, family, and country," Abbott recently told CBN News at the National Religious Broadcasters Convention. "And you look at Hollywood and 98...

Mar 26, 20258 min

'Very Surreal': He Couldn't Eat His Entire Life Until One Prayer Changed Everything

Christopher Gunderson spent the first 16 years of his life unable to eat and in desperate need of medical intervention for survival. But Gunderson, who was born with chronic pseudo-obstruction syndrome — an ailment in which the gastrointestinal tracts can't appropriately absorb food — experienced a miracle that changed everything. Here's his story. Watch the weekly "Newsmakers" TV show each week on CBN News Watch the weekly "Newsmakers" TV show on CBN's YouTube channel Download the free CBN News...

Mar 20, 202529 min

Trump Praises Bold Mom Taking Stand Against Gender Ideology: Here's Her Story

A Florida mom who is fighting back against a Florida school district after her daughter experienced gender confusion is on a mission to help other parents maintain their rights. "This started for my family at the height of COVID in 2020," January Littlejohn told CBN News. "Our daughter fell prey to the lies of gender identity ideology and that she was born in the wrong body in May of 2020. And so this was shortly after three of her friends at our local middle school had also started suddenly ide...

Mar 19, 202519 min

Miracles, Healings, Deliverance Break Out During Historic Revival: Asbury Revival Preacher Zach Meerkreebs Reveals Details

The pastor at the center of the Asbury Revival continues to have a front-row seat to some of the powerful moves of God that continue to reverberate two years after the spiritual outpouring first captivated the world. Zach Meerkreebs, author of the new book "Lower: Igniting Spiritual Awakening Through Radical Humility," told CBN News about some of the transformational events he witnessed firsthand. He called articulating in the Asbury outpouring the "honor of a lifetime," noting he sometimes tear...

Mar 17, 202512 min

The Truth About Miracles: Wild Stories of Healing, Hope

On today's Newsmakers, host Billy Hallowell gives us a glimpse into the new CBN Film, "Investigating the Supernatural: Miracles." We'll also hear from a Leukemia survivor and a man who had a confirmed miracle. Watch the weekly "Newsmakers" TV show each week on CBN News Watch the weekly "Newsmakers" TV show on CBN's YouTube channel Download the free CBN News App

Mar 14, 202522 min

Fallen Marine’s Family Doesn’t Mince Words About Biden vs. Trump

Christy Shamblin, whose daughter-in-law Marine Sgt. 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, said the Trump administration's recent detainment of an alleged terrorist responsible is "bittersweet." "It was shocking," she said of learning that alleged ISIS-K devotee Mohammad Sharifullah, who was in court Wednesday, had been arrested for his purported role in the deadly attack. "The words bi...

Mar 10, 202511 min

Doctor's Scary Warning About Marijuana Legalization

A Texas doctor who has spent years researching 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 “Weeding Out the Lies About Marijuana,” told CBN Digital marijuana is a drug that can have profound psychological and physical effects on the body. Watch the weekly "Newsmakers" TV show each week on CBN News Watch the weekly "Newsmakers" TV show on CBN's YouTube chan...

Mar 03, 202520 min

Actor's Faith Transformed After Landing Powerful New Biblical Role

Michael Iskander landed the role of a lifetime when he was cast to play David in Prime's soon-to-release series "House of David." And while he was gearing up for the show's Feb. 27 premiere, Iskander reflected on the "life-changing" ability to join the cast in such a pivotal role. "I think David is one of the most interesting people because ... there's so much duality in him," he said. "He's the epitome of what it means to be human, to make mistakes, but to truly have a heart for God — and a hea...

Feb 28, 202512 min

Powerful God Story: Ex-Political Candidate Does the Unthinkable After Loss

A former congressional candidate and campaign manager has shown that compassion, empathy, and truth should be the gold standard — even in the oft-times cutthroat world of politics. Bunni Pounds, founder and president of Christians Engaged, told CBN News Christians must always remember Jesus' call — even when it comes to navigating politics. "The first commandment is to love Jesus with all our heart, soul, mind, and strength, and to love our neighbors as ourselves," she said. "We do not cease to ...

Feb 20, 202511 min

She Was Born With Just One Arm and Faced Insane Obstacles. Here's How She Overcame and Clung to Jesus

Katelyn Pavey is a real-life inspiration. Born with one arm, she persevered, overcame the odds — and, against all odds, played college softball. Pavey's incredible journey is told in "I Can," a film that shows God's grace throughout life's many trials. For years, she rebuffed attempts to make a movie about her story, believing she didn't really have anything special to share. "I didn't want to be seen as sitting on a pedestal," she said. "And I also thought there was more people in our congregat...

Feb 19, 202520 min

Are the Hostage Releases a Bad Deal? Amid Hamas Horror, an Explanation of What's Really Going On

It’s been 500 days since Hamas dragged 251 men, women and children into the tunnels of Gaza. 73 remain. But as these Israeli hostages slowly come back home, folks are asking, "Is this a really bad deal?" CBN's Raj Nair and Billy Hallowell unpack the details. Watch the weekly "Newsmakers" TV show each week on CBN News Watch the weekly "Newsmakers" TV show on CBN's YouTube channel Download the free CBN News App

Feb 18, 202512 min

Burned Alive and Tortured: Persecution Horror in India Rages

A watchdog is sounding the alarm about increasing anti-Christian persecution in India, the world's most populous nation. Joel Veldkamp, head of international communications at Christian Solidarity International, told CBN News that the intensifying situation comes as Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi heads to the U.S. this week to meet with President Donald Trump. The encounter could offer an opportunity for Trump and the West to pressure Modi to stem the tide of persecution, according to Veldk...

Feb 14, 202512 min

Marc Fogel's Mom Says Biden Admin 'Didn't Push Hard' for Son's Release

The world is celebrating after Marc Fogel's years-long detention in the Russian prison system came to a close this week, with President Donald Trump securing his release. No one is more elated over the freeing of Fogel, 63, than his mother, 95-year-old Malphine Fogel, who has intensely advocated for her son's release. Marc Fogel, an American teacher who taught history in Moscow, was serving a 14-year sentence after being found in possession of prescribed medicinal marijuana — a harsh rebuke that...

Feb 13, 202514 min

New Orleans Terror Victim's Mom Praises Trump, NFL For Incredible Move

More than a month after Cathy Tenedorio's son, Matthew, was killed during the New Year's Day terror attack in New Orleans, she's relying on her faith to get through rapid waves of emotion. On Sunday, Tenedorio and her husband, Louis, were invited to the 2025 Super Bowl along with first responders and other victims' family members to honor the lives of those lost. She told CBN News that the scene was "very moving" to be part of. "They honored the 14 victims," Tenedorio said. "It was just beautifu...

Feb 10, 202516 min

Trump’s Gaza Plan Gets Applause, Praise From Popular Pastor

Pastor Jentezen Franklin of Free Chapel in Gainesville, Georgia, said he was "moved" by President Donald Trump's comments and plans surrounding the Gaza Strip, calling Trump's plans "brilliant." Franklin was referring to Trump's Tuesday announcement while meeting with Israel Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu that the U.S. will take over the Gaza Strip, a proclamation that sent shockwaves throughout the globe and ignited discussion and debate. Regardless of the debate and skepticism among some, F...

Feb 07, 202518 min

Detransitioner Embraces Jesus, Leaves Gender Chaos Behind

It's been two years since social media influencer Oli London officially detransitioned and embarked on a faith-filled journey toward true peace and joy. "Life has changed very dramatically," he recently told CBN News. "I wake up every day with a sense of purpose, a sense of duty ... I feel a lot happier every single day." London, who has openly spoken about his Christian faith, said it has been "exciting" exploring his newfound belief in God. Raised as an atheist, he said he wasn't "too familiar...

Feb 05, 202522 min
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