Today we're joined by one of our favorite rappers — NPR Tiny Desk Fan Favorite nobigdyl! He just released an amazing EP with Kato on the Track, and we get the story of how it all came together. Plus, we have the week's RELEVANT Buzz, with big news for Brandon Lake and Jelly Roll, less great news for Newsboys, a study about the positive life impact of attending church, and an internet betting trend you might want to avoid. And speaking of avoid, at the end of the show we have One Has to Go! Adver...
Jun 27, 2025•1 hr 5 min
This week we're joined by 'The Chosen' show runner and director Dallas Jenkins! We talk about the global phenomenon, season 5 (which debuted on Prime this week) and what project he's working on next. Plus, we have the week's RELEVANT Buzz — covering everything from Rodney Jerkins on 'The Breakfast Club' calling out the music industry for ignoring Christian artists, to a new warning about the rapidly shifting life/work balance, to a gospel legend's remarkable cover of a Frank Ocean song. And at t...
Jun 20, 2025•1 hr 12 min
Our guest today is Christian R&B duo Jay Manwell! The brothers from Abilene, Texas, are creating some incredible music and absolutely are a group to watch as they explode. Plus, we have the week's RELEVANT Buzz, which covers everything from GloRilla's unexpected gospel BET award win, to Michael Tait speaking out this week about the scandal surrounding him, to the surprising tactic the NY Jets are using to bring the team together this offseason. And at the end of the show, we of course of a F...
Jun 13, 2025•1 hr 9 min
Today we're joined by Josh Holiday from Elevation Rhythm! We talk about the big tour they just did and hear more about the band’s brand-new album, Victory Lap . Plus we have the week's RELEVANT Buzz — from Indiana Pacers star Tyrese Haliburton's newfound faith, to the surprising way AI is changing mental health, to some big news from The Chosen. And of course, at the end of the show we have a summer edition of One Has to Go! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-O...
Jun 06, 2025•1 hr 6 min
Today we're joined by worship artist and author Tauren Wells! This week he released his debut book talking about joy — a topic that gets largely overlooked (or misunderstood) in the Church. Plus, for those of you who've asked us to bring Slices back — you're in luck! And at the end of the show, it's a Memorial Day edition of One Has to Go! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy...
May 23, 2025•58 min
Today we’re joined by genre-defying artist Cautious Clay, who tells us about the process behind his new album, The Hours: Morning! Plus, in RELEVANT Buzz, two Christian hits have broken into the Billboard Hot 100 for the first time in over a decade, and we talk about why Brandon Lake and Forrest Frank are redefining industry momentum. Plus we have the notable news from all the TV up-fronts happening this week, and some surprising legislation that got filed this week. Plus, the crew reflects on t...
May 16, 2025•1 hr 4 min
Today we're joined by author Mike Foster! We talk about his fascinating work around the 7 primal questions — it's an eye-opening conversation you can't miss. Plus, we have the week's RELEVANT Buzz, covering everything from a record-setting baptism event, to The Chosen's box office impact, to scientists that figured exactly when you become an adult (it's later than you think) and nobigdyl's big NPR Tiny Desk news. And yes, in the midst of all that Jesse and Marty come up with some fresh suggestio...
May 09, 2025•1 hr 12 min
Today we're joined by indie worship artist Gracie Binion! We talk about her fight to create a pure, authentic worship space and how she’s carving out her own path in the Christian music scene. Plus, well, if you're not interested in the whole "can one gorilla beat 100 men" debate, just fast-forward to Gracie's interview, because that's half the show. (Not really. But kinda. And Cameron does have an unreal gorilla story.) In RELEVANT Buzz, we talk about the big recent moments from Brandon Lake an...
May 02, 2025•1 hr 5 min
Today we're joined by one of our favorite worship collectives, One Voice! Co-founder Gospel Chidi joins us to talk about the band’s new album and how the group keeps the essential things essential. Plus, Jesse's back and Emily's out, so it's an all boy's episode — you've been warned. We cover everything from police Chick-fil-A deliveries to aliens being real to coverups of technology that could destroy the world. And at the end of the show, it's another edition of "One Has to Go"! Advertising In...
Apr 25, 2025•1 hr 3 min
Today we're joined by worship artist TAYA, who just released her highly anticipated sophomore solo album. It came out of a chaotic, restless season of her life, from becoming a new mom to facing a cancer diagnosis, and she tells us all about it. Plus, we have the week's RELEVANT Buzz — from what's really happening when you're rewatching your comfort shows, to some positive news about Bible engagement in our generation, to the news a new social network might be on the way. Plus, at the end of the...
Apr 18, 2025•58 min
Today we're joined by none other than Jonathan Roumie, who you know as Jesus in 'The Chosen'! We talk about the highly anticipated season 5, and the challenges of bringing the humanity of Jesus to the big screen. Plus, after discussing Internet trolls we have the week's RELEVANT Buzz, covering everything from an unexpected moment of healthy boundaries on a hit dating show, to a new study showing a lot more people have decided to follow Jesus in the last 5 years than many realized, to the contest...
Apr 11, 2025•1 hr 4 min
Today we're joined by John Mark McMillan! He's dropping his new album, Cosmic Supreme , and we talk about his decision to step away from worship music for a decade while navigating a faith crisis, and his decision to step back into it as he’s reconstructing his faith. It’s a fascinating and vulnerable conversation. Plus, it's Jesse's birthday! We celebrate by playing a new game, "WWJD (What Would Jesse Do?)". Plus, we of course talk about the viral Marvin Sapp offering video and have the week's ...
Apr 04, 2025•1 hr 12 min
Today we're joined by R&B legend Aloe Blacc! He has a new project out that not only has great music, but also makes a big impact. Plus, we have the week's RELEVANT Buzz, featuring everything from Chris Pratt explaining fasting to Stephen Colbert, to some surprisingly vulnerable talk about faith and emotional health in the women's Sweet 16, to the deeply Christian origins of basketball (God's favorite sport?). And lastly, NEW THEME SONG, WHO DIS? The evolution of the show continues, and we wa...
Mar 28, 2025•1 hr 11 min
Today we're joined by worship leader Jenn Johnson! We talk about all the new stuff she's working on this year (like her first solo album), as well what it looks like to incorporate worship into all aspects of our lives. Plus, we have the week's RELEVANT Buzz — from Denzel Washington's inspiring speech to the Colorado football team, to South Korea's unexpected approach to solving low birth rates, to Jonathan Roumie's very unexpected past acting gig. And at the end of the show we celebrate March M...
Mar 21, 2025•1 hr 10 min
Today we're joined by Blessing Offor! You might know him from The Voice or from his hit songs like “Brighter Days” and “Believe,” but beyond the music, Blessing has a mission and we talk to him about it. Plus, we have the week's RELEVANT Buzz — from Detroit Pistons star Jaden Ivey, to a new study that figured out how long it takes your brain to break its phone addiction, to Christopher Nolan's new epic. And at the end of the show we have Ask the Cast Part Deux! Advertising Inquiries: https://red...
Mar 14, 2025•1 hr 12 min
Our guest today is author and therapist John Eldredge! He’s written iconic books like Wild at Heart, and we talk to him about his latest, Experience Jesus. Really. You don't want to miss this conversation. Plus, if you like the intersection of faith and culture, this is the episode for you. We have deep dives on The Weeknd's surprising turn, Mumford & Son's worship era and Marvin Sapp's iconic Tiny Desk moment. Plus at the end of the show, we have Ask the Cast! Advertising Inquiries: https:/...
Mar 07, 2025•1 hr 11 min
Today we're joined by the man behind the new Amazon series "House of David" and a lot of the non-cheesy Christian movies that have come out over the last few years—Jon Erwin. We talk about his new project and his vision for the future of Christian content. Plus, the crew brings the week's Slices, ranging from the unsurprising fact no one watched the Oscar-nominated films, to the surprising faith story of the top college basketball team, to Gen Z's financial outlook (spoiler alert: it's stressful...
Mar 04, 2025•1 hr 7 min
Today we're joined by new Christian artist Joseph O’Brien, who made his mark on 'America's Got Talent' and has released some great music leading up to his label debut album this year. We talk to him about his journey, his new music and his top 5 Christian pop punk bands of all time. Plus, well, it's a weird one. If you like deep dives on napping culture, haunted mattresses, space camp, ducks running radio stations and ironic beaver names, this is the episode for you. Advertising Inquiries: https...
Feb 25, 2025•59 min
Today we're joined by worship artist Amanda Cook, who just released her new project 'SURVEY: Part 2'! We get into her heart and purpose behind the live series. Plus, we have the week's RELEVANT Buzz, covering Ariana Grande's challenge to the music industry to prioritize artists' mental health (and Derek and Marty's hot takes on that), some eye-popping stats about betting on the recent Super Bowl and what they might mean, and some big news for 'The Chosen.' And at the end of the show, we have Ask...
Feb 21, 2025•1 hr 17 min
Today we're joined by pastor and author Jonathan Pokluda for a fascinating conversation about spiritual warfare! And speaking of fascinating conversations — don't miss the science and space talk in Slices. And yes, we also cover trivial stuff like Emily's 4th grade field trip gone wrong and Cameron's FOMO. At the end of the show, we have your hilarious feedback about iconic movies. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy...
Feb 18, 2025•1 hr 7 min
Today we're joined by one of the biggest producers in music history — Rodney "Darkchild" Jerkins. We talk about his career, his new Christian hip-hop label and more. Plus, after our Valentine's Day banter, we have this week's RELEVANT Buzz, covering everything from a surprising survey of Christians' attitudes toward refugees to Tim Robinson's new movie that we're pretty excited about. At the end of the show, don't miss our Valentine's game — Is It a Love Song or Worship Song? (Marty doesn't do w...
Feb 14, 2025•57 min
It's episode 1234 (it happens like once a millennium), and we're joined by pastor Judah Smith! We have an unexpected conversation about faith and mental health you don't want to miss. Plus, we deal with Jesse's tech issues (and tech avoidance) and bring the week's Slices: The Church of England's big stance against gluten-free communion (Jesse has a very thoughtful take that unfortunately gets undercut at the last minute), as well as a new AI that will help you do even less in this remote work er...
Feb 11, 2025•1 hr 1 min
In this episode, we sit down with Chris Brown of Elevation Worship to discuss their latest acoustic project, the formation of a new worship supergroup, and the journey of being known (by us) as “the good Chris Brown.” In RELEVANT Buzz, we dive into Doechii’s surprising Grammy speech about faith and sobriety, Patrick Mahomes’ bold Super Bowl faith statement and Lauren Daigle’s big Super Bowl moment. Plus at the end, the crew crowns the ultimate Super Bowl snack with a hotly contested bracket show...
Feb 07, 2025•56 min
Today we're joined by Portland pastor and head of 24-7 Prayer USA, Tyler Staton! He has a new book out about the Holy Spirit, and our convo is a must-listen for any believer. Plus, the cast talks about the spontaneous journey Drew Holcomb's recent podcast interview sent Cameron on, and we have the week's Slices — from a secretive deep sea base project, to Gen Z ghosting job offers, to last year's most-binged show being revealed (we're disappointed in you, America). And at the end of the show, we...
Feb 04, 2025•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 51
We're joined by Christian hip-hop icon Andy Mineo, who's taken a few years away from the spotlight and is now coming back with a new focus that he tells us all about. Plus, we take minute to highlight the amazing new stuff our very own cast is putting out lately — you won't want to miss that — and we have the week's RELEVANT Buzz, from the new Jelly Roll Brandon Lake collab, to boygenius' Lucy Dacus' love for Rich Mullins, to our thoughts on the upcoming final season of 'The Righteous Gemstones....
Jan 31, 2025•1 hr 6 min•Ep. 1231
Today we're joined by author and psychotherapist Ian Morgan Cron. You know him as the "Enneagram guy," but today we talk about a very different topic: addiction and recovery. He opens up about his own journey with it, and makes a pretty compelling case that it's something we all deal with at some level. Plus, after the cast does a deep-dive into the Moment lip-reading is having, we have the week's Slices — Jesse makes a compelling case for a new national anthem, Emily brings up some weird drivin...
Jan 28, 2025•1 hr 3 min
Today we're joined by one of our favorite duos, Johnnyswim, who are FINALLY releasing a new album! We talk to them about the vulnerability of the project, how they overcame some big physical and emotional challenges over the last few years, and some great advice they have for the rest of us. Plus, we have the week's RELEVANT Buzz, covering the major Jesus aspect of the college football championship, the Grammy-winning artist who's suing Travis Scott for stealing her Christian song, and more. And...
Jan 24, 2025•59 min
Today we're joined by '19 Kids and Counting' alum, Jinger Duggar Vuolo! She's taken a very different path since the show, and we talk to her about the trap of people pleasing so many of us find ourselves in. Plus, the cast comes up with ideas for making the best of this time of year, we have the week's Slices — from an interesting clue about the new Greta Gerwin 'Narnia' movie, to the president of Bumble's prediction about the future of online dating. And at the end of the show, we have your fee...
Jan 21, 2025•1 hr 2 min
Today we're joined by Drew and Ellie Holcomb, who release a highly anticipated album together next week — and you get the first listen. Plus, Marty updates us on the situation in LA, and we have the week's RELEVANT Buzz, covering everything from an NBA star talking boldly about his faith to a closer look at the Church in China, to Mel Gibson's latest update on "Passion of the Christ 2: Electric Boogaloo." And at the end of the show we have a segment you do not want to miss: "25 to Life Lessons"!...
Jan 17, 2025•1 hr 5 min
Today we're joined by Christian psychologist and relational expert, Dr. Sarah Hensley. She breaks down attachment styles and how they impact our relationships — it's a must-listen! Plus, we have the week's Slices, from Meta's announcement about removing fact-checkers, to Marvel possibly making a major change with Black Panther movies, to a surprising report that college costs (and loans) are dropping. And at the end of the show, we have your 2025 predictions! Advertising Inquiries: https://redci...
Jan 14, 2025•1 hr 10 min
