Matthew talks with TV star Candace Cameron Bure about her latest Hallmark Channel Christmas movie If I Only Had Christmas , the difficulty of separation from family while she’s filming, and the importance of faith as she treats every opportunity like a mission field. Also, Matthew tells the story of working with the great Vince Gill in Songs From the Story House . And MW’s dad is back, recovered from Covid-19 to deliver a powerful in person Dadvice! Get links, music, and videos talked about in t...
Dec 02, 2020•1 hr 13 min•Season 1Ep. 21
In this special Thanksgiving edition of the podcast, Matthew takes calls from across the country and discusses all that we are giving thanks for this year. In addition, he interviews the podcast contest winner, Lisa and her daughter Becky from Wisconsin and they share an incredibly powerful story that will remind us all what it looks like to make the most of each day God gives us to live. This Thanksgiving show is going to leave you singing “Gobble Gobble” all the way to the family dinner table!...
Nov 25, 2020•1 hr 1 min•Season 1Ep. 20
Best selling author Rebekah Lyons talks about her miracle adoption story, and how the interruptions in our life are really an invitation. Her battle with crippling anxiety and panic attacks have illuminated the importance of finding rhythms for renewal so that we can step in to the full life God intends for us all. We also discuss the making of Matthew’s latest holiday smash “Gobble Gobble,” and check in with his dad who’s recovering from Covid-19. Get links, music, and videos talked about in th...
Nov 18, 2020•1 hr 15 min•Season 1Ep. 19
Matthew talks about life, faith and culture with hip hop group Social Club Misfits. These Florida boys are on a mission to reach a lost world with the hope they've found in Christ by breaking new ground and surpassing and pushing boundaries. From jail to finding Jesus, Social Club Misfits have a story to tell and it's a story that is resonating loud and clear. And in Songs From the Story House , Marty and Fern share the story behind the song “Savior” from their new album Feared by Hell . Get lin...
Nov 11, 2020•1 hr 3 min•Season 1Ep. 18
Lisa Harper tells her powerful story of overcoming childhood abuse, the miracle that led her to adopt her daughter, Missy, and finding true happiness in the goodness of God. Matthew shares the story behind the live recording of “Without You” from his new EP, Live Before the World Shut Down . THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS! The Adventure Bible by ZondervanKids : learn more at AdventureBible.com KiwiCo : get 50% off your first month with promo code West at KiwiCo.com...
Nov 04, 2020•1 hr 9 min•Season 1Ep. 17
Inspired by the VIP Q&A sessions Matthew has done before his concerts, we get to hear your stories and questions in this special monthly episode. CALL (601) 301-2208 TO SHARE YOUR BRIEF STORY AND/OR QUESTION. *The shorter your message the more likely you’ll be on the show. Get links, music, and videos talked about in this episode at matthewwest.com/podcast/16. Thank you to our sponsors: Simply Earth - visit simplyearth.com/west and use the code WEST for a free gift....
Oct 28, 2020•46 min•Season 1Ep. 16
Angie Smith’s passion for sharing her whole story - the good and the bad - has helped her write the popular Seamless study, as well as her upcoming book, Matchless . And after hearing about Angie’s father, Matthew shares the story behind the song “Looking Up.” Get links, music, and videos talked about in this episode at matthewwest.com/podcast/14 . THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS! Simply Earth : Visit simplyearth.com/west and use the code WEST for a free gift. Talkspace : visit talkspace.com and use t...
Oct 14, 2020•1 hr 9 min•Season 1Ep. 14
Inspired by the VIP Q&A sessions Matthew has done before his concerts, we get to hear your stories and questions in this special monthly episode. CALL (601) 301-2208 TO SHARE YOUR BRIEF STORY AND/OR QUESTION. *The shorter your message the more likely you’ll be on the show. Get links, music, and videos talked about in this episode at matthewwest.com/podcast/12. Thank you to our sponsor Simply Earth ! Visit simplyearth.com/west and use the code WEST for a free gift....
Sep 30, 2020•46 min•Season 1Ep. 12
Singer-songwriter Austin French visits Matthew at the Story House fresh off the release of his new EP, Wake Up Sleeper , to share the painful (and now healing) story of his past that inspired him to write the song "Jesus Can" with Matthew and their friend Jonathan Smith. Get links, music, and videos talked about in this episode at matthewwest.com/podcast/11. Thank you to our sponsors! Indeed : visit indeed.com/west for an exclusive offer on finding your next job post. PayPal is making it easy to...
Sep 23, 2020•1 hr•Season 1Ep. 11
In this second part of Matthew's interview with former Hawk Nelson lead singer turned filmmaker, Jon Steingard, they conclude their honest discussion about faith and doubt, and Matthew asks Jon to answer the “blue couch moment” question. This bonus episode ends with some more great “Dadvice” wisdom. Get links, music, and videos talked about in this episode at matthewwest.com/podcast/10 .
Sep 17, 2020•39 min•Season 1Ep. 10
In part one of this two-part interview with fellow “preacher’s kid” Jon Steingard, Matthew asks about growing up in church, his time as front man for Hawk Nelson, and his past year's painful journey of questioning his belief in God. "Truth Be Told" is this week's Song from the Story House . Get links, music, and videos talked about in this episode at matthewwest.com/podcast/9 . Thank you to our sponsors! Freshly : visit freshly.com/west for an exclusive discount on your first two orders. Talkspa...
Sep 16, 2020•1 hr 14 min•Season 1Ep. 9
Priscilla Shirer’s story of faith, which starts with her incredible family, has inspired countless people though her speaking events, her books, and the films she has starred in. Matthew also welcomes Leanna Crawford to the Story House to discuss the song they wrote together, “Truth I’m Standing On.” Get links, music, and videos talked about in this episode at matthewwest.com/podcast/7 . Thank you to our sponsors! Simply Earth : visit simplyearth.com/west and use the code WEST for an exclusive f...
Sep 02, 2020•1 hr 8 min•Season 1Ep. 7
In honor of the NBA playoffs beginning, Matthew interviews his friend Cody Zeller about how his faith continues to grow on and off the court playing for the Charlotte Hornets. This week's Songs from the Story House segment is about the hit single, "The God Who Stays." Get links, music, and videos talked about in this episode at matthewwest.com/podcast/5 . Thank you to our sponsors! Simply Earth : visit simplyearth.com/west and use the code WEST for an exclusive free gift. Talkspace : visit talks...
Aug 19, 2020•1 hr 8 min•Season 1Ep. 5
Matthew interviews one of his favorite authors and storytellers, Max Lucado, who also happens to be one of his heroes. Plus, we get to hear the story behind the song “Take Heart” in this week’s Songs From the Story House segment. Get links, music, and videos talked about in this episode at matthewwest.com/podcast/4 . Thank you to our sponsors! Simply Earth : visit simplyearth.com/west and use the code WEST for a free gift!...
Aug 12, 2020•1 hr 4 min•Season 1Ep. 4
Inspired by the VIP Q&A sessions Matthew has done before his concerts, we get to hear your stories and questions in this special monthly episode. Call (601) 301-2208 to share your brief story and/or question. *The shorter your message the more likely you’ll be on the show. Get links, music, and videos talked about in this episode at matthewwest.com/podcast/3 . Thank you to our sponsors! Simply Earth : visit simplyearth.com/west and use the code WEST for a free gift!...
Aug 05, 2020•37 min•Season 1Ep. 3
Matthew’s first podcast guest is his good friend, Mark Hall from Casting Crowns, who knows his story is not defined by his musical accomplishments. We also get to hear from William, who is part of the story behind the song, “Walking Miracles.” Get links, music, and videos talked about in this episode at matthewwest.com/podcast/1 . Thank you to our sponsors! Simply Earth : visit simplyearth.com/west and use the code WEST for a free gift!...
Aug 05, 2020•55 min•Season 1Ep. 1
Your host Matthew West shares what his brand new podcast is all about. The premiere episode is available August 5th, 2020.
Aug 01, 2020•5 min
