Pure Joy with Joy Summers

Remember the songs that shaped your faith? The ones you played on repeat during youth group road trips or in those seasons when your faith felt fresh and new? Pure Joy is a brand-new podcast where WayFM radio host Joy Summers is sitting down with the Christian artists she grew up listening to. We will uncover the stories behind their most iconic songs and even hear from fans whose lives were changed through their music. If you’re longing for a little nostalgia, a lot of encouragement, and conversations that bring you closer to Jesus… this is your place.

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SPECIAL EDITION: "A Week Away" Writer Tells the Backstory & Reception of the Faith-Based Musical

"A Week Away", a faith-based musical set in a Summer camp, released onto Netflix on March 26th. Alan Powell is the cowriter and producer of the film and shares interesting details on the movie's backstory, reception, and more to Joy from WayFM afternoons. "A Week Away" has already seen success on the platform in a few short days by hitting third most streams in the World, and number one most streams in Canada! #AWeekAway #interview

Apr 01, 2021•20 min

Embarrassing Injuries 🤕

Embarrassing ways that you have hurt yourself and taking a moment for peace & quiet as Easter approaches... This is a recap of Afternoons with Joy on WayFM.

Mar 29, 2021•12 min

Diagnosed with Being a Mom 🤒

Playing a game to figure out how Joy's vacation went and coming back early due to missing your kid... This is a recap of Afternoons with Joy on WayFM.

Mar 24, 2021•11 min

Never Leaving On Time ⏰

Embarrassingly mistaking what someone says in public and always making sure to carry a toothbrush and toothpaste with you... This is a recap of Afternoons with Joy on WayFM.

Mar 19, 2021•10 min

Emotional Trash Day 🗑

Getting ready to leave your kid over the weekend for the first time and getting yourself out of survival mode so you can care for others... This is a recap of the CJ & Joy Show on WayFM.

Mar 17, 2021•13 min

DJ Jazzy Joy 🎷

Coming up with a new job title and becoming more like your parents... This is a recap of Afternoons with Joy on WayFM.

Mar 15, 2021•11 min

SPECIAL EDITION: Knowing Yourself & Your Money with Rachel Cruze | Interview

New York Times bestseller Rachel Cruze has recently published her new book called "Know Yourself Know Your Money" and sat down with Joy to have a conversation about money, marriage, and much more! Learn more about Rachel & her book here: ➡️ https://www.rachelcruze.com ⬅️

Mar 12, 2021•25 min

Last Woman Standing 🤒

Caving on what your kid needs to eat and when your husband uses the good towels to clean up a mess... This is a recap of Afternoons with Joy on WayFM.

Mar 10, 2021•11 min

SPECIAL EDITION: Postpartum Depression: An Honest Conversation

Postpartum depression is hard especially as a woman of faith. To shed light on the issue, Joy and Bekah (Middays on WayFM) sit down to have an in depth honest conversation about postpartum depression and its effects. Watch Joy's Postpartum Depression story here: https://www.wayfm.com/content/cj-joy/postpartum-depression-joys-story/

Feb 12, 2021•26 min

Post Pandemic Plans 🗓

Being excited to go to the movies after this pandemic is done with and a good reason to actually put your Christmas lights back up... This is a recap of Afternoons with Joy on WayFM.

Feb 11, 2021•12 min

Won't Go To The Doctor 🤒

Refusing to go to the doctor for years and getting pushed by family members to forward your relationship status... This is a recap of Afternoons with Joy on WayFM.

Feb 09, 2021•12 min

SPECIAL EDITION: The Man Whose Life Was Saved By a We Are Messengers Interview

Imagine having a complete turn around in your life for the better due to a video that you found a YouTube. This is the story of Brian who stumbled upon an interview we did with We Are Messengers. Brian reached out to WayFM and we were able to figure out a way to hear his story and even surprise him with Darren from We Are Messengers! The Life Changing Interview: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qMQ1xJ3Nik0

Feb 05, 2021•18 min

Meeting the Neighbors 🏡

Trying Coca-Cola's brand new Coffee drink and finding a way to meet your neighbors... This is a recap of Afternoons with Joy on WayFM.

Feb 03, 2021•12 min

Lonely Hearts Party 💔

Looking older when you lose weight and the worse thing that can ruin the wash... This is a recap of Afternoons with Joy on WayFM. Learn more about Audible God here: waynation.com/podcast-category/audible-god/

Feb 01, 2021•12 min

Joy's First Speeding Ticket 🚨

Realizing a movie you liked as a kid is actually kinda creepy and figuring out the perfect gift for Valentines Day... This is a recap of Afternoons with Joy on WayFM. Learn more about Audible God here: https://waynation.com/podcast-category/audible-god/

Jan 30, 2021•15 min

Bird In The House! 🐦

Getting a bird stuck inside your house and trying the new spicy grilled chicken sandwich from Chik-Fil-A... This is a recap of Afternoons with Joy on WayFM.

Jan 27, 2021•11 min

Mondays Hit Hard 💥

Learning something from a dog's happiness and making your own chips and dip for the Super Bowl... This is a recap of Afternoons with Joy on WayFM.

Jan 26, 2021•9 min

Sleep Laughing 💤

Praying for our new President of the United States and freaking your husband out by laughing in the middle of the night... This is a recap of Afternoons with Joy on WayFM.

Jan 23, 2021•12 min

Baby Jail? 🍼

Whether or not you sleep with a top sheet and reminding yourself to pray for your country's leaders... This is a recap of Afternoons with Joy on WayFM.

Jan 21, 2021•12 min

No Phone All Weekend 📱

Celebrating the life of Martin Luther King Jr. and not using your phone all weekend... This is a recap of Afternoons with Joy on WayFM.

Jan 19, 2021•11 min

Making Friends as an Adult 😫

Getting dog collar that lets you know what they are thinking and realizing how fast time is going now that you have a kid... This is a recap of Afternoons with Joy on WayFM.

Jan 15, 2021•12 min

Mom Brain Mistakes 🧠

Releasing stress by screaming and trying Salted Caramel Potato Chips... This is a recap of Afternoons with Joy on WayFM.

Jan 13, 2021•13 min

Return of the Man Bun 😳

Reheating stinky food and knowing when to turn off the news... This is a recap of the CJ & Joy Show on WayFM.

Jan 12, 2021•11 min

Thankful Jar for 2021

Asking for some motivational advice and feeling older than we really are... This is Afternoons with Joy on WayFM.

Jan 08, 2021•12 min

Saying Goodbye to CJ

After 3 years of fun on the air, CJ wanted to say thank you as he moves on to what's next.

Jan 07, 2021•13 min

Present for Jesus 🎁

Getting outdone with Christmas lights by your neighbors and roasting the lyrics to popular Christmas songs... This is a recap of the CJ & Joy Show on WayFM.

Dec 11, 2020•15 min

The Ho Ho Hoedown 🎅

Replacing your bad habits and figuring out who has the best Santa impression... This is a recap of the CJ & Joy Show on WayFM.

Dec 10, 2020•14 min

Eggnog Shake 🥤

Trying an eggnog shake and realizing a ton of Christmas songs sound the same... This is a recap of the CJ & Joy Show on WayFM.

Dec 09, 2020•14 min

Magical Baby 🧙‍♂️

Realizing Joys baby is magical and how nice it is to be an introvert during this interesting season... This is a recap of the CJ & Joy Show on WayFM.

Dec 08, 2020•14 min

Bathtub Turkey 🛁

Getting ready to put up the Christmas decor and Joy's crazy way to thaw out the Thanksgiving turkey... This is a recap of the CJ & Joy Show on WayFM.

Nov 21, 2020•14 min

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