Description In this episode of The Deep End, Lecrae sits down with world-renowned Bible teacher, author, and activist Christine Caine. Christine opens up about her powerful journey from being an "unnamed" child in Australia to leading a global movement against human trafficking. She dives deep into the reality of childhood trauma, the shocking discovery of her adoption at age 33, and how she learned to "rewire" her brain through the Word of God. Whether you are struggling with a "mother wound," ...
Feb 05, 2026•1 hr 33 min•Season 3Ep. 107
What does it really take to survive marriage, ministry, fame, mental health battles, and faith... all at the same time? In this episode of The Deep End, Lecrae sits down with gospel icons, actors, and comedians David Mann and Tamela Mann for one of the most raw and honest conversations we've ever had. They open up about their nearly 40-year marriage, childhood trauma, poverty, blended family challenges, public scrutiny, depression, suicidal thoughts, and the faith that held them together when ev...
Jan 30, 2026•1 hr 8 min•Season 3Ep. 106
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Dec 26, 2025•1 hr 34 min•Ep. 104
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Dec 19, 2025•55 min•Ep. 103
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Dec 12, 2025•1 hr 26 min•Ep. 102
Lecrae goes fully unfiltered in this episode—breaking down the AI-Christian music debate, the motives behind viral posts, political fatigue, Christian persecution, racialized narratives, and the cost of actually following Jesus when culture co-opts faith for its own agenda. From Forrest Frank's comments… to AI artists… to Epstein files… to Nigeria… to Chicago crime narratives… to why Christianity keeps getting used as a weapon… to Kai Cenat publicly praising Jesus—Lecrae processes it all in real...
Dec 05, 2025•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 101
This one got real. Toni Collier came on The Deep End and opened up about her story in a way that honestly stunned me. We talked childhood trauma, addiction, abusive marriages, infidelity, church hurt, losing everything, rebuilding from nothing, and how Jesus met her in the ashes. She let us into the parts most people hide… the parts she had to grieve her way through while still being a mom, still trying to follow Jesus, still trying to breathe. And what I love is that she didn't come here preten...
Nov 28, 2025•1 hr 9 min•Ep. 100
In this episode, Lecrae sits down with the one-and-only KevOnStage for a raw, hilarious, surprisingly vulnerable conversation about fame, faith, Hollywood, fatherhood, grief, marriage, ambition, and what it means to stay grounded when the whole world has an opinion about your life. Kev opens up about the early days of his career, why contentment matters more than clout, the pressure of being a public Christian on the internet, and how he learned to stop defending himself to strangers. He talks n...
Nov 21, 2025•1 hr 4 min•Ep. 99
Tim Timberlake sat down with Lecrae for one of the most honest conversations we've ever had on The Deep End. From church scandals and false prophets to what real prayer looks like—this episode goes there. Tim opens up about the dream that changed his life, how he discovered corruption in the church he inherited, and what it really means to lead with integrity when everyone's watching. They dive into the rise of "TikTok prophets," why so many Christians confuse content for calling, and how to act...
Nov 07, 2025•1 hr 9 min•Ep. 98
If my son or daughter came to me and said, "Dad, I'm thinking about joining a fraternity or sorority," I'd probably say no, but not for the reasons you think. In this episode, I share my own story of pledging Kappa Alpha Psi, why I joined, why I left, and how my perspective has changed over the years. I've seen people go back and forth for decades about whether Christians should denounce Black Greek life. Some call it idolatry; others call it community. I've lived both sides of it. We talk about...
Oct 31, 2025•38 min•Ep. 97
GET YOUR TICKETS HERE: https://lecrae.com/tour Apologist and evangelist Preston Perry joins Lecrae on The Deep End for a raw and thoughtful conversation about defending the faith without losing compassion. From debating Hebrew Israelites and Muslims to raising kids in a spiritual war, Preston breaks down why winning arguments isn't the same as winning souls — and how empathy, truth, and obedience work together in evangelism. They dive deep into: The difference between apologetics and argument Ho...
Oct 24, 2025•1 hr 23 min•Ep. 96
Dr. Tony Evans sits down with Lecrae for one of his most powerful and personal interviews yet. From growing up in Baltimore to becoming one of the most influential pastors of our time, Dr. Evans opens up about his father's radical transformation, his journey as one of the first Black students at Dallas Theological Seminary, and how he built Oak Cliff Bible Fellowship. They dive deep into the tensions of race, theology, and unity in the church, the hidden cost of leading a megachurch, raising god...
Oct 17, 2025•1 hr 8 min•Ep. 95
Former Pussycat Doll, Kaya Jones, opens up to Lecrae about the dark side of fame, the spiritual war behind the music industry, and how Jesus redeemed her life. From being signed by R. Kelly at 12 years old to witnessing the deepest corruption in pop culture, Kaya reveals what really happens behind the stage lights - and how God rescued her from the darkness. She shares the pain of industry abuse, abortion, and manipulation, and the supernatural ways God called her out of it all. In this powerful...
Oct 10, 2025•1 hr 17 min•Ep. 94
In this episode of The Deep End , Lecrae wrestles with the chaos of our modern culture wars. From the fallout of Charlie Kirk's assassination to the pressure Christians feel to "pick a side," he shares his personal experience of being pulled into the crossfire. Lecrae opens up about a shocking vision he had in Africa, the spiritual realities behind political violence, and why the Kingdom of God cannot be reduced to red vs. blue. This conversation challenges us to ask: Are we fighting with the we...
Oct 03, 2025•40 min•Ep. 93
Bryce Crawford went from battling crippling depression and planning to end his life… to becoming one of GenZ's boldest voices for Jesus. At just 21, he's already sharing the gospel at Burning Man, on the streets, and online with millions of viewers. In this powerful conversation with Lecrae, Bryce opens up about: His near-suicide moment on Christmas Day and the unexpected encounter that changed everything How Jesus freed him from anxiety and depression The heart behind his street evangelism and ...
Sep 26, 2025•1 hr 5 min•Ep. 92
The assassination of Charlie Kirk has left the nation in shock — and raised hard questions for The Church. Some see him as a hero of the faith, while others struggle with his polarizing legacy. In this episode of The Deep End, Lecrae sits down with Justin Giboney and Corey Ruth to reflect on what happened, how Christians should respond in moments of tragedy, and what this means for the future of faith and politics in America. This is an honest, thoughtful conversation about grief, unity, and the...
Sep 23, 2025•1 hr 15 min•Ep. 91
B. Simone joins Lecrae LIVE at Woman Evolve 2025 for one of the most real and unfiltered conversations yet on The Deep End Podcast. From going viral on Instagram and starring on Wild 'N Out to building a billion-dollar app for women, B. Simone opens up about her faith journey, her battles with identity, and how surrendering to God completely changed her life. In this powerful conversation, they talk about: ✨ How B. Simone went from chasing fame to chasing purpose in Christ ✨ The conviction that ...
Sep 11, 2025•48 min•Ep. 90
Beth Moore sits down with Lecrae on The Deep End Podcast for a raw and powerful conversation about faith, suffering, courage, and the cost of conviction. From her early years teaching Bible studies to leaving the Southern Baptist Convention, Beth opens up about abuse, submission, women in ministry, and why she could no longer stay silent about politics and power in the church. In this episode, Beth shares how she stayed anchored in Jesus through controversy, how her marriage survived trauma and ...
Sep 04, 2025•1 hr 8 min•Ep. 89
Erwin McManus has been called a heretic, a cultural architect, and one of the most misunderstood pastors in America. In this raw and unfiltered conversation with Lecrae, Erwin shares his story—from immigrating from El Salvador and growing up in a broken home, to searching through philosophy and world religions, to finally encountering Jesus in a way that changed everything. They dive into the tension of being an outsider in the church, why Erwin believes Christianity must reclaim its creativity ...
Aug 28, 2025•1 hr 28 min•Ep. 88
Ross Johnston's story is anything but ordinary. Conceived through artificial insemination and raised by two moms, Ross grew up far from church and never expected to follow Jesus. But at 15, one simple invitation changed everything. In this conversation with Lecrae, Ross opens up about navigating faith, identity, and family tension—while still loving and honoring his mom. They discuss the cultural shift in the LGBTQ community, the biblical call to truth and love, and what it means to find your id...
Aug 18, 2025•1 hr•Ep. 87
If you would like early access to some of the music off my upcoming album Reconstruction, exclusive content from the album, as well as a chance to enter to win a tour of Reach Records with me alongside a ton of other perks, make sure to join The Workshop at workshop.lecrae.com Hollywood powerhouses Jonathan Majors and Meagan Good-Majors sit down with Lecrae for their first in-depth interview together, opening up about love, faith, career, and resilience in the face of public scrutiny. From navig...
Aug 15, 2025•1 hr 23 min•Ep. 86
What happens when gospel royalty gets real about faith, insecurity, purpose, and pain? In this episode of The Deep End, I sit down with the one and only Kierra Sheard. Kiki opens up in a way I've never seen before—about the weight of legacy, the wounds of relationships, body image, her deep love for Jesus, and the moment cops showed up at the GRAMMYs. Yeah… it gets real. We talk about: Spiritual battles, transformation, and the meaning behind her new song "Rain" Navigating heartbreak, insecurity...
Aug 08, 2025•1 hr 6 min•Ep. 85
Lecrae is going on TOUR! GET Your Tickets HERE: https://lecrae.com/tour Naomi Raine joins Lecrae for one of the most raw, hilarious, and heartfelt conversations we've ever had. Naomi opens up about her journey of faith, pain, success, and self-awareness with unmatched vulnerability. This is Naomi like you've never seen her real, funny, wise, and unafraid to go deep. Whether you're wrestling with your own past or wondering how faith fits into fame, this one's for you. 👇 Drop a comment with your ...
Aug 01, 2025•1 hr 10 min•Ep. 84
Madison Ryann Ward sits down with Lecrae for one of the most vulnerable and powerful conversations yet on The Deep End. From going viral in college to signing with Rick Rubin, Madison opens up about the unexpected journey that took her from the top of the music industry to caring for the elderly and rediscovering her faith in the quiet. She talks about battling anxiety, walking away from her deal, healing through solitude, and how God rebuilt her identity from the ground up. Plus, she sings a st...
Jul 24, 2025•1 hr 12 min•Ep. 83
Jul 17, 2025•1 hr 8 min•Ep. 82
Join Lecrae for an electrifying conversation with Dr. Eric Mason, theologian and founder of Epiphany Fellowship Church, as they unpack controversial topics and tackle misconceptions circulating in today's Black TikTok theology. From debunking the myths around Christianity being a "white man's religion," to exploring the intersections of African spirituality and modern faith, this episode is full of deep insights, unapologetic truths, and thought-provoking discussions. Dr. Mason breaks down why c...
Jul 10, 2025•1 hr 14 min•Ep. 81
What happens when two former Hollywood hopefuls surrender their spotlight to follow Jesus? In this powerful episode, Lecrae sits down with Girls Gone Bible, Angela and Arianna, to explore how God radically transformed their lives—from addiction, anxiety, and self-medication to purity, purpose, and public ministry. With raw vulnerability and deep wisdom, they unpack what it means to grow in your faith while the world watches—and criticizes. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and Cali...
Jul 03, 2025•1 hr 28 min•Ep. 80
Are Christians obsessed with deliverance for all the wrong reasons? From leading radical revival in New York's club scene to rebuking the entire deliverance industry, in this raw, unfiltered Deep End episode, Lecrae sits down with Pastor Mike Signorelli — the controversial leader of V1 Church in NYC — to pull back the curtain on deliverance culture, generational curses, fake exorcisms, and why some ministries draw more demons than disciples. Let's go to the Deep End! --------------------- 📱Foll...
Jun 26, 2025•1 hr 24 min•Ep. 79
Pastor Mike Todd sits down with Lecrae for one of the rawest and most unfiltered conversations we've ever had on The Deep End . They get real about what it takes to stay obedient to God while handling massive influence, public scrutiny, and private sacrifice. Mike opens up like never before — covering everything from hidden battles to viral moments — and shares the heartbeat behind his bold moves. Let's go to the Deep End! --------------------- 📱Follow our new instagram! - https://www.instagram...
Jun 19, 2025•1 hr 11 min•Ep. 78
In this deeply moving episode of The Deep End, I sit down with Tu Lam—the real-life Special Ops Green Beret whose story inspired one of Call of Duty's most iconic characters. From escaping wartime Vietnam on a fishing boat to enduring two decades of combat and battling addiction, Tu Lam's journey is as harrowing as it is hopeful. He shares how a chance encounter with "Amazing Grace" in Ranger School planted the first breadcrumb of God's mercy, and how a desperate walk with his dog led to an over...
Jun 12, 2025•1 hr 14 min•Ep. 77
