Jase, Al, and Zach deliberate what the next four years under President Trump’s leadership will bring and offer up a prayer for his guidance of the American people. While Zach schools Jase on the Federal Reserve, Jase relives that time he befriended and baptized an actual currency counterfeiter. Al looks forward to seeing the impact of having multiple tech billionaires onboard with the new administration, and the guys find a way to poke fun at Zach's brief career in politics. In this episode: Heb...
Jan 20, 2025•58 min
Jase preached a sermon that was so mind-blowing he thought the church members might stone him for it, and Zach benefits from the most seemingly arbitrary advice Phil has ever given. The guys deliberate the meaning of life both eternally and earthly, and pose the question: “WHY did Jesus die?” Jase’s consideration of life and community leads him to get a little sappy with Missy on his way out the door, and Al floats a theory about the difference between modern and ancient people’s main struggle w...
Jan 17, 2025•59 min
Al spills the beans on Willie’s behind-the-scenes diva behavior from the “Duck Dynasty” set, and Jase’s eccentric behavior makes him seem more like his namesake Uncle Si everyday. Zach opens up about his faith crisis as a young adult and the study that helped him overcome his doubts. Jase listens to a podcast for the first time, but it wasn’t his own! Al’s trip down memory lane shows the real reason Jase didn’t last long in professional ministry. — Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megapho...
Jan 16, 2025•59 min
Jase tangles with the ATF when he forgets to check his backpack for contraband before attempting to catch a flight. Zach offers proof of Willie’s restaurant tipping tendencies and approaches Jase with a potential new television show idea. The guys make allegorical connections from the book of John throughout the entire Bible and ponder the effect the Holy Spirit has on one’s brain function. In this episode: John 1, verses 1-5; John 20, verses 23-30; Revelation 21, verse 3; Isaiah 4, verse 24 — L...
Jan 15, 2025•57 min
Jase, Zach, and Al discover some possible root causes of degenerative brain diseases in the Robertson family with author, psychiatrist, and brain disorder specialist Dr. Daniel Amen, founder of Amen Clinics. Jase and Al relive one of their favorite memories with Phil where he ended up laughing harder than they’d ever seen before. Dr. Amen sheds light on the counterproductive practices used in modern psychiatry, as well as the true cost of technology and pornography addictions. Plus, you can bett...
Jan 13, 2025•58 min
Uncle Si and Jase reach new heights in their good-natured rivalry, but Si might have finally edged his way to the top! Si confesses a rare moment of speechlessness upon achieving a goal he’s been after for years, and the guys compare and contrast the book of John to the other Gospels. Zach and Jase explore the literal and figurative meanings of God’s word becoming flesh and why Jesus had to come to earth in the first place. In this episode: John 1, John 17, verse 3; Ephesians 3, verse 6; Proverb...
Jan 10, 2025•58 min
Jase and Uncle Si tell the truth about what happened while filming a famous “Duck Dynasty” holiday special at the local news station, and Jase unwittingly wears a woman’s scarf into the duck blind, which his hunting buddies were quick to point out. The guys give an overview of the themes found in the book of John, including the oneness of God and the differences between the Jewish and Gentile understanding of Jesus as the Messiah. In this episode: John 1, verses 1-5; John 1, verses 11-12; John 1...
Jan 09, 2025•57 min
Jase wins an argument by metaphorically becoming one with the wind and poses a question: “What is the most controversial thing Jesus ever did?” Jase, Zach, and Al illustrate how to work on yourself to make your life, marriage, and family look more like Jesus, even when things seem like they’re falling apart. Plus, what did Mary think about Jesus’ ministry and miracles? In this episode: Romans 8, verse 28; Galatians 3, verse 26; Galatians 4, verse 19 — Learn more about your ad choices. Visit mega...
Jan 08, 2025•56 min
Jase gets in hot water during a weird misunderstanding with Missy, and Phil’s brutally honest nickname for Justin Martin proves a point Jase is making about hunting etiquette. Al feels special when Jase upholds his yearly tradition to honor Al’s birthday, and Jase competes with Si in a contest he didn’t even know they were having. The guys explore the ways to have compassion for people while also holding high moral standards for yourself and others. In this episode: Romans 10, verses 9-10 — Lear...
Jan 06, 2025•58 min
Jase makes it crystal clear that any claim that God condones the atrocity of slavery is a perversion of God's Word — God is the ultimate corrector of all injustices. Al and Jase connect the book of Philemon to the events and people of Colossians, and Al is impressed with the masterful way Paul uses his letter to Philemon to ask for a pretty huge favor. Plus, get a behind-the-scenes peek at The Lair, the rustic studio where “Unashamed” is filmed! In this episode: Colossians 4, verses 2-9; Ephesia...
Jan 03, 2025•51 min
Jase’s oldest son, Reed, opens up about what it was like to be thrust into the national limelight as a teenager when “Duck Dynasty” became a hit. Jase is proud of Reed’s spiritual growth through the last decade, and Al points out the differences in perspective between being an adult who’s responsible for a duck call business and being a carefree young man during those experiences. Reed’s recounting of his spiritual journey with the I Am Second organization is still his favorite project to date. ...
Jan 02, 2025•58 min
Al gains new weight loss motivation when Jase puts money down on the outcome. While Jase may have failed at finding a wife that fits Phil’s top three qualities to look for in a wife, he’s certain he got the most important part right. The guys reveal that they’ve learned the hard way how to effectively communicate with their wives, and Zach lays out a spiritual plan for turning your marriage into a reflection of Jesus’ love and acceptance. In this episode: John 5, verse 39; Galatians 3, verse 27;...
Dec 30, 2024•58 min
Jase is impressed with Al’s sermon called “Earth, Wind, and Fire” that draws lessons from the life of the prophet Elijah. Al refers to some of Phil’s contemporary prophet-like traits with admiration and shares several of his own tests of faith over the past year. Lisa confesses that Satan worked very hard to plant seeds of doubt in her heart throughout her cancer journey, but ultimately her love for Jesus and her family helped her overcome those doubts. — Learn more about your ad choices. Visit ...
Dec 27, 2024•59 min
Jase does a stint as nighttime caretaker for his sick godson, but a kitchen accident means Missy can’t catch up on sleep and must come to the rescue instead. Zach points out that the sexual liberation of today’s culture has resulted in misery for most, but they’re starting to see the light of Jesus through the haze. Plus, what did “freedom” and “slavery” mean to the ancient Romans? In this episode: Colossians 3; Colossians 4, verse 1; John 4, verse 19 -- Learn more about your ad choices. Visit m...
Dec 26, 2024•57 min
Jase wasn’t much of a crier for three decades, but then Mia did something so profound that he couldn’t help weeping. Zach points out the musical abilities that run strongly in members of the Robertson family and speculates that Missy might have even inspired a song by award-winning Christian singer Brandon Lake. The guys look at the structure of God’s kingdom as a family, how our families mirror our relationship with God, and why Satan’s ultimate goal is to destroy the spiritual and physical fam...
Dec 23, 2024•59 min
Jase’s one-line response to his insurance agent referring to an “act of God” left him speechless and could result in the coverage outcome that Jase was after. Zach has figured out the difference between rednecks and hillbillies. The guys compare the two options available to humanity with the choice of following the flesh and finding death or finding peace and life in Jesus. In this episode: Colossians 3; Isaiah 2, verses 3-4; John 14, verses 25-27; Romans 5, verses 1-2; Philippians 4, verse 6; R...
Dec 20, 2024•57 min
Jase offers hard-earned wisdom about a medical procedure after he did the most Jase-esque thing ever while under anesthesia. Missy firmly suggests Jase issue a correction after he misquotes her. Zach and Jase take up the modern cultural debate about equity and inclusion and explore what the Bible has to say about the subject. In this episode: Romans 8, verse 11; 1 Thessalonians 4, verses 11-12; Colossians 3, verse 11; Matthew 28, verses 16-20; Galatians 3, verse 27; Luke 24, verses 27 & 45; John...
Dec 19, 2024•56 min
Al and Jase ponder the meaning of the spate of drone sightings occurring all across the Northeastern U.S. Luckily, they have some insider insight on the matter! Combat veterans and podcasters Chad Robichaux and Chadd Wright reveal how they turned to Jesus after facing down real evil spirits as well as their inner demons. In this episode: Romans 10, verses 9-10 -- Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Dec 18, 2024•59 min
Al and Jase tell the real story about what Phil spent their whole “Duck Dynasty” Hawaiian vacation doing in his hotel room. Jase discovers after decades that he’s been sharing a childhood myth about himself as if it were true, and Miss Kay tried buying teenage Jase trendy footwear to get the ladies to notice him. The guys explore the renovation of the heart that comes along with recognizing Jesus’ presence within us — and they ask, which spirit are you feeding: the godly or the earthly? In this ...
Dec 16, 2024•58 min
Jase and Mia fish together for the first time ever, and Jase is over the moon about Mia's newfound angling skills. The guys continue their discussion from Colossians 3 about sexuality, marriage, and the differences between intimacy and lust. Plus, why our society thinks that men like Jeffrey Epstein, Hugh Hefner, and P. Diddy are living the dream until the nightmare comes to light. In this episode: Ephesians 4, verse 17; Hebrews 7, verse 18; Hebrews 10, verses 35-39; 1 Peter 3, verse 21; 1 Thess...
Dec 13, 2024•58 min
Jase and Missy give Miss Kay’s famous pie recipe the Elon Musk treatment and end up with surprising results. The Robertsons’ reaction to Al’s attempt at Phil’s famous corn bread dressing leads to a conversation about forgiveness, especially within families, and Missy’s reaction to Joe Biden’s pardon of his son Hunter is swift and brutal. Jase takes a deep dive into a discussion of sexual morality, but he’s gotta be careful with his Google research on the topic! In this episode: Colossians 3, ver...
Dec 12, 2024•58 min
Jase breaks away from a potentially disastrous back rub from a woman he didn’t know by using a creative, Jesus-centric excuse. The guys offer examples of their own “Billy Graham rule,” where even the appearance of sexual impurity must be guarded against, especially in ministry. Zach explores the basis of identity politics, where the concept comes from, and ultimately the only healthy source of human identity. The guys explore three avenues of earthly desires that must be reordered to God’s will ...
Dec 11, 2024•58 min
Jase, Al, and Zach acknowledge and appreciate the outpouring of support, prayers, and messages from fans and friends after releasing the news of Phil’s Alzheimer’s diagnosis. Phil and Miss Kay have felt the impact of those prayers, and the guys share the reason they’re able to remain hopeful and steadfast even in the face of bad news about a loved one’s health. In this episode: 2 Timothy 4, verse 6; Hebrews 11, verse 40; Hebrews 12, verses 1-2 — Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone....
Dec 09, 2024•58 min
Jase addresses the rumors about Phil's health struggles by transparently sharing what the Robertson family has just learned about the Duck Commander's diagnosis. Phil, Miss Kay, and their family are grateful for Unashamed Nation’s prayers, love, and support. In this episode: Colossians 3; John 14, verses 1-4; Hebrews 3, verses 4-6; Hebrews 9, verses 24-28 — Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Dec 06, 2024•58 min
Jase, Al, Zach, and Missy discuss the exploitation of Christian compassion with Allie Beth Stuckey, the BlazeTV host of the “Relatable” podcast and author of the NYT bestseller “Toxic Empathy.” Allie Beth offers a guide for talking about such emotional subjects within our society and how Christians can recognize when they're being manipulated by political factions and the secular establishment. Missy’s recent brush with politics and President Trump leaves her more motivated than ever to speak ou...
Dec 05, 2024•58 min
Missy gets the surprise of a lifetime when President Donald Trump shows up to catch her epic speech as she accepted an award from a national organization supporting motherhood. Jase beams with pride over Missy’s achievement, and the guys explore the differences between Jesus-centric sobriety programs and secular ones. One of Phil’s oldest buddies recalls how they became close friends. Check out Missy’s showstopping acceptance speech for the Mothers of Influence Award from Moms for America at htt...
Dec 04, 2024•58 min
Jase and Zach look back on how influential Phil has been, not only in their own lives but in the lives of thousands of others. Al reads a few listener emails detailing the positive impact “Unashamed” has had on their walk with Jesus, and longtime listener Kim Giglio shares how this podcast community supported her during a difficult diagnosis and uncertain time in her life. The guys look back on what they’ve learned over the years of 1,000 episodes. -- Learn more about your ad choices. Visit mega...
Dec 02, 2024•59 min
Jase prepares to don his figurative boxing gloves as he reveals the difference between hypocritical self-righteousness and the righteousness of God. Al breaks down their study of Colossians thus far into bite-sized themes, and the guys explore the mutual relationship between Christ as the head and the body as an instrument of his will. Jase and Zach agree that the little kids in Sunday school are right about one thing in particular. In this episode: Colossians 1; Colossians 2; 1 Corinthians 1, v...
Nov 27, 2024•56 min
Jase gives a rousing Jesus presentation to grade-school and college students. Joel Penton, founder and CEO of LifeWise Academy, a nonprofit that provides Bible education to public-school students during school hours, offers a plan to get Jesus back in schools. Since Christian values were removed from schools, generations have progressively suffered from higher rates of suicide, depression, and anxiety, and the guys ponder the ramifications of such a devastating decision. In this episode: Colossi...
Nov 25, 2024•56 min
Sadie Robertson Huff opens up to Jase and Al about the most transformative moments of her life, career, and marriage. Jase relives his excruciating first time speaking in public, and Sadie admits that her first speaking engagement ended in a request for a refund! Al is impressed by Sadie’s skill at applying older people’s wisdom to the lifestyles of younger audiences. In her new book, Sadie encourages people of all ages to build a habit of studying the Bible and praying on a daily basis. -- Lear...
Nov 22, 2024•58 min
