Podcasts by CIA: Contagious Influencers of America
CIA: The Contagious Influencers of America Podcast. Meet the Gamechangers, the Influencers and those who are not afraid to show up with a shovel if that's what it takes to move a mountain. Go inside the minds of true American trailblazers who are making a difference by sharing their stories of personal triumph, overcoming obstacles, defeating fear, fighting addiction, and rejecting failure. Hosted by 9-time Emmy winner David Sams.
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# 227: JULIE CHEN MOONVES longtime host of CBS's "Big Brother" shares how she navigated betrayal and her spiritual awakening from 2023-12-08T00:21
Julie Chen Moonves is always telling the house guests on Big Brother to “expect the unexpected,” but when real life threw Julie a major curveball in 2018, only God was able to ...
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# 226: MAX LUCADO brings the Christmas cheer with his latest film and book "Because of Bethlehem" from 2023-12-05T22:06
‘Tis the season! “America’s pastor,” Max Lucado, is joining nine-time Emmy winner David Sams on the Contagious Influencers of America podc...
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# 225: NEAL MCDONOUGH, the iconic movie villain does it again in "The Shift" but reveals his softer side here from 2023-12-01T01:10
How does it feel to always be the bad guy? Neal McDonough has an idea. The actor has played some of the biggest villains in TV shows like “Desperate Housewives,” “Suits,” and “...
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# 224: KRISTOFFER POLAHA and KEN CARPENTER share about the path from trauma to redemption in the new movie "The Shift" from 2023-11-22T17:38
You may not normally describe a Christian film as a “dystopian drama” and “sci-fi thriller,” but the new movie from Angel Studios is exactly that, giving a fresh take on a rede...
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# 223: RAYMOND ARROYO gets us ready for Turkey Day with his new book and Christmas album! from 2023-11-17T23:53
Did you know American’s will gobble up over 40 million turkeys this holiday season? But there’s always at least one who escapes the dinner table thanks to a turkey pardon. Raymond Arroyo, Award-...
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# 222: TRANS-SIBERIAN ORCHESTRA's AL PITRELLI shares how their iconic rock music has been kicking off the holiday season for decades from 2023-11-14T23:46
It’s becoming that time of year, to sip on hot cocoa, enjoy the Christmas decorations…and rock out! The Listen
# 221: RABBI JASON SOBEL explains the signs and secrets of Jesus and why miracles matter today from 2023-11-09T23:22
If you’re going to a sporting event, you’re going to make sure you have your glasses on to be able to see all the action crystal clear. Well, Rabbi Jason ...
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# 220: "JOURNEY TO BETHLEHEM" Director Adam Anders and Producer Alan Powell bring the greatest story ever told to the silver screen from 2023-11-05T16:53
Did Mary break out into song and dance when she found out she was called to give birth to Jesus? Maybe not in actuality, but as you celebrate Christmas this season you can watch the nativity sto...
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# 219: KEVIN SORBO is on the silver screen again making audiences laugh and giving hope in a dark world from 2023-10-13T19:01
Another day, another encouraging movie! Actor and film producer Kevin Sorbo is in theaters again, this time with a family-friendly comedy. “Miracle in East...
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# 217: Comedian JEFF ALLEN shares his journey from messed-up to meaningful from 2023-10-13T18:38
You can fake a smile, but you can’t fake your feelings. For decades comedian Jeff Allen had people laughing on television networ...
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# 218: JEFF REETER helps you take charge and shares a strategic path towards extraordinary from 2023-10-09T14:10
If you want to be a leader to others, you first have to learn how to lead yourself! Listen
# 216: KORIE and KAY ROBERTSON of Duck Dynasty fame take us back to the heartache and redemption that made their family strong from 2023-09-21T16:11
There’s no story quite like a redemption story! And the truth is, you are never too far gone for a second chance. The matriarch of the ...
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# 215: MADISON PREWETT TROUTT meets her perfect match! The newlywed shares about the unconditional love that saved her. from 2023-09-15T15:31
It was the Beatles who famously said “All you need is love!” But are you searching for love in the right places? Best-selling author Madison Pre...
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# 214: W. LEE WARREN, MD shares a treatment plan to recover from trauma and tragedy from 2023-09-13T16:16
What’s the most dangerous thing facing humans today? Heart Disease, cancer, unintentional injuries? Neurosurgeon Dr. Lee Warren says it’...
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# 213: T.G. SHEPPARD&KELLY LANG share stories of unstoppable perseverance and achieving legendary status in Country music from 2023-08-29T17:36
When your two closest friends are the late Elvis Presley and Olivia Newton-John you know there are good stories to tell. Nine-time Emmy winner, David Sams, sits down with Listen
# 212: DENNIS QUAID - he's so iconic, need we say more? from 2023-08-23T23:05
Don’t be afraid to cast your net out far and wide! That was the goal for actor and musician Dennis Quaid with his debut gospel album ca...
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# 211: MILA GRIGG is the secret force behind many Fortune 100 companies building an unstoppable personal brand from 2023-08-04T23:06
Your most valuable asset is YOU, so why not show yourself off in the best possible way? Mila Grigg is the founder and CEO of Listen
# 210: ALI LANDRY from beauty queen to Doritos Girl to entrepreneur and author, Ali shares about her modern lifestyle brand for all women from 2023-08-01T14:36
You have the ability to shape your own life. So is it time to reshape yours? Former Miss USA, Ali Landry, was known for years as the “Doritos girl” after her series of iconic c...
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# 209: MARK VICTOR HANSEN sold over 500 million copies of his books despite 144 rejections - learn to create a best seller from the master! from 2023-07-12T22:57
Your life is a story- with characters, conflicts, plot twists, and an overarching theme. So why not share it?! Mark Victor Hansen k...
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# 208 JOHN BEVERE explains how a healthy, holy fear of God can completely transform your life from 2023-07-10T00:05
Instead of conquering fear, how about embracing it?! Best-selling author and speaker John Bevere, shares how unlocking a healthy fear of ...
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# 207: DANIELLE BAYARD JACKSON proves that friendship coaches DO exist and gives tips to enrich your relationships from 2023-07-06T23:06
Life really has no blessing quite like a good friend, but sometimes friendships can fall to the wayside against the daily grind. Danielle Bayard ...
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# 206: Is DANNY GOKEY really running for office? from 2023-07-02T14:33
Happy Independence Day! We are celebrating our freedom with Danny Gokey. The three-time Grammy Nominee and former American Idol finali...
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# 205: NEAL HARMON, goes where Hollywood won't to rescue innocent children from sex trafficking from 2023-06-30T14:47
Challenging the status quo? That’s something Neal Harmon, the CEO of Angel Studios, is not afraid to do. In fact, when he does, it leads to greatness! Neal sits down with nine-...
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# 204: JIM CAVIEZEL and real-life hero TIM BALLARD take on human trafficking on the big screen in "Sound of Freedom" from 2023-06-26T21:03
Jim Caviezel ("The Passion of the Christ", "Frequency", TV's "Person of Interest") stars in the new film "Sound of Freedom" in theaters July 4. The movie is based on the life o...
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# 203: VICTORY BOYD shares her incredible journey from singing for passerby on NYC subway platforms to winning her first Grammy from 2023-06-07T20:19
You know that feeling when you’re basking in the sun? That warm feel-good hug from the rays? Well that’s what you feel when you listen to Victory sing. Listen
# 202: ROBERT WOLGEMUTH distills a lifetime of spiritual wisdom for end-of-life preparation from 2023-06-07T20:13
It’s a topic we may not want to talk about, but it’s an important one—death. Nine-time Emmy winner, David Sams, catches up with veteran best-selling author and publisher, Rober...
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# 201: EMILIO ESTEVEZ explains why the film that inspired hundreds of thousands of people to pick up a walking stick is back in theaters for one night only! from 2023-05-11T21:03
They say you can’t really understand another person until you’ve walked a mile in their shoes. Well how about 500 miles?! The movie “Listen
# 200: KEVIN DOWNES and BRENT McCORKLE share the secrets to their movie-making success in our 200th episode of CIA! It's a master class episode you won't want to miss! from 2023-05-10T17:40
It’s the 200th episode of the Contagious Influencers of America Podcast and we're bringing in two very special people to celebrate the milestone. Film producer/actor...
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# 199: ANNE NEILSON takes a blank canvas, paintbrush, worship music and the inspiration of angels to find her calling from 2023-05-04T20:46
Talk about what’s meant to be will always find its way! Nationally renowned artist, Anne Neilson, is living proof. In her new memoir...
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# 198: STEPHEN ARTERBURN with an incredible perspective full of help and hope for blended families from 2023-04-25T19:32
Blended families are a special kind of family, but it’s one that comes with a set of special needs. Whether you are a single parent bringing in a new partner into your family o...
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# 197: DR. JOHNNY&LEZLYN PARKER are here to kiss and tell how you can intimately strengthen your relationship! from 2023-04-14T15:05
Does it feel like you and your spouse are more like roommates than lovers? Let Dr. Johnny and Lezlyn Parker help reignite that spark and deepen your connection. Nine-time Emmy ...
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# 196: GEORGE FOREMAN, two-time world heavyweight champion turned preacher shares the pivotal and most personal moments of his life from 2023-04-12T16:37
It always seems impossible until it is done! George Foreman’s story is the epitome of a comeback and defying the odds. Now George’s story is hitting the big-screen in a biopic ...
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# 195: JASON GRIMSLEY two-time world series champion details his cycle of drugs&addiction to a riveting revival in his heart from 2023-04-05T22:45
Baseball is back in full swing for the 2023 MLB season, but this episode we’re heading back to the time of home run races and the “steroid era.” Nine-time Emmy winner, David Sa...
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# 194: NEAL HARMON reveals how his studio's crowdfunding success is turning heads in Hollywood and empowering millions of fans from 2023-03-29T04:55
When you make history in Hollywood, you know you’re doing something right. Angel Studios’ Original Feature Film, “His Only Son,” is the first theatrical release that has been crowdfunded in ente...
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# 193: BUTCH and JULIEANN HARTMAN are Hollywood veterans creating something special for the next generation from 2023-03-24T19:24
Be a fly on the wall and listen to real Hollywood stories from the pros! Ever wonder how some iconic TV shows became a hit? Well nine-time Emmy winner David Sams sits down with...
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# 192: PAULA FARIS, Emmy-award winning journalist says motherhood needs a re-brand and shares how to ditch the mom guilt from 2023-03-21T14:46
Does it ever feel like moms would be better off with 8 arms to juggle all that’s asked of them? Well Paula Faris is reminding mothers that “You Don’t Have to Carry It All.” Tha...
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# 191: KAREN KINGSBURY and her son TYLER RUSSELL collaborate on best-selling books to the big screen! from 2023-03-09T20:02
The Queen is in the house! The queen of Christian fiction that is. Karen Kingsbury has more than 25 million copies of her award-w...
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# 190: CHRISSY METZ and BRADLEY COLLINS say their love at first swipe story has led to a life together filled with story and song from 2023-03-01T16:22
Actress, singer, now children’s book author! Chrissy Metz, best known as Kate Pearson on TV's previous hit show “This Is Us” is adding to her resume with a new children’s book ...
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# 189: DR. ROBERT JEFFRESS explains how to face fears of the future and what Jesus really says about eternity from 2023-02-24T23:56
Have you ever wondered what Jesus would say if he had his own TED Talk? Well, newsflash! He basically already gave us one. It’s called “Jesus’ Sermon on the Mount.” Listen
# 188: JON and ANDY ERWIN - brothers first, filmmakers second and how that combo brought the "Jesus Revolution" to the big screen from 2023-02-17T22:41
It’s time to pull out those bellbottoms and tie-dye tops! We’re heading back to the 70s at the theaters for the movie “Jesus Revolution.” This is the...
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# 187: JOHN SCHNEIDER from Dukes of Hazzard to Smallville, this pop culture icon is now starring in a musical! from 2023-02-09T20:07
John Schneider is getting back to his roots where his career started, on stage! You probably know him from TV’s “Dukes of Hazzard” or “Smallville” or heard him on the Country music charts, but n...
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# 186: CHONDA PIERCE in a musical? This laugh out loud love story is based on the #1 selling book series from Beverly Lewis from 2023-02-07T16:00
Award-winning comedian, Chonda Pierce, is used to being on stage in front of an audience, but this time instead of telling stories and making people laugh, she’s starring in a musical! “ Listen
# 185: GREG LAURIE - from drugs to Jesus, he shares his personal story of renewal during a historic time of mass revival known as "The Jesus Revolution" from 2023-01-30T21:53
In 1966 TIME Magazine posed a question on their magazine cover: “Is God Dead?” But just five years later their cover featured a psychedelic drawing with the words, “Jesus Revolution.” So what ch...
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# 184: LYSA TERKEURST on surviving divorce and discovering good boundaries from 2023-01-11T22:43
Having healthy boundaries isn't just a good idea, it's a God idea and can actually be an act of love. New York Times best-selling author, Lysa TerKeurst,...
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# 183: CHAD VEACH understands stress and burnout and has some powerful ways to combat that with prayer in the new year from 2022-12-29T20:49
In a stress-ridden society, life can often feel overwhelming and exhausting! But popular L.A. pastor Chad Veach is offering a solution: prayer. His late...
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# 182: ANGELA PERRITT and her mission to Love God Greatly spreads around the globe from 2022-12-15T23:41
Calling all women who want to grow spiritually but don’t seem to have enough time in the day. This podcast is for you! Angela Perritt is the founder and director of Listen
# 181: DAVID SAMS introduces you to his fiancée, Shelly Ann along with therapist Zahra Heydari and matchmaker Jackie Dorman! from 2022-12-07T23:13
It’s that time of year for twinkling lights, hot cocoa next to a fire, and a Hallmark kind of romance! Well nine-time Emmy winner and host, David Sams, is getting to experience it ALL this seaso...
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# 180: KATY NICHOLE hits the top of Billboard charts with a single debut song that inspires millions from 2022-12-01T19:15
Do you ever feel like there’s a dark cloud looming over you? Well artist Katy Nichole has felt that pain and also knows it’s possible for that cloud to dis...
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# 179: LEE GREENWOOD celebrates 40 years of America's beloved song, "God Bless the U.S.A." from 2022-11-10T22:08
Is there anything more synonymous with patriotic pride than the song “God Bless The U.S.A”? We can thank Grammy award-winning artist Lee Greenwood for tha...
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# 178: TASHA LAYTON finds transformational truth and balance in the bright light of success from 2022-11-03T22:33
Top female Christian recording artist, Tasha Layton takes a look at what God has done as she is heading from one tour to the next, working on a second...
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# 177: MICHAEL PHILLIPS narrowly escapes the school-to-prison pipeline and advocates change from 2022-10-26T16:37
What would you do if given a second chance? At just 19 years-old, Michael Phillips was facing decades in prison on drug charges. But a judge gave him an alternate option: go to a special college...
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# 176: ANNE WILSON gets real personal about going from heartache to hope from 2022-10-20T22:02
“Let me tell you about my Jesus!” Those are the signature lyrics to Anne Wilson’s chart-topping, award-winning song that has catapulted her in...
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# 175: VINIA CEO, ILAN SOBEL and O.S. HAWKINS share about a miracle superfood from the Holy Land from 2022-10-18T23:31
We’ve all heard the old saying “use a little wine for your stomach’s sake,” well now you can get all the benefits of red wine minus the alcohol, sugars, and calories in a single capsule. For the...
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# 174: JORDAN LEE DOOLEY from Etsy entrepreneur to best-selling author before 25! from 2022-10-14T20:21
Jordan Lee Dooley is the epitome of a go-getter. At 25 years young, Jordan had already founded two companies, wrote a national best-selling book, and garnered a large social media following. But...
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# 173: AINSLEY EARHARDT from TV anchor to author, she says her latest inspiration came from a personal place from 2022-10-06T23:07
“Happy Birthday!” Is what you’d usually say when celebrating someone turning another year older, but if you’re Ainsley Earhardt you say, “I’m So Glad You Were Born!” Ainsley is a TV news anchor ...
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# 172: JENNIFER ROTHSCHILD has a clear perspective where her blindness is her strength from 2022-10-04T22:04
Imagine writing 19 books, now imagine writing 19 books blind! Jennifer Rothschild has never met a challenge she hasn’t been able to overcome. As...
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# 171: SENATOR TIM SCOTT has a timely redemption story of hope and unity from 2022-09-21T18:29:33
Senator Tim Scott is living proof that the American Dream still exists today. From his family’s history of facing discrimination, growing up in a poor single-family household, or the obstacles h...
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# 170: BABYLON BEE's KYLE MANN and JOEL BERRY spread fake news you can trust from 2022-09-12T23:26:07
Does it is sting when you think about the division in our society right now? Well, let this episode fill your heart with honey! Kyle Mann and Joel Berry are two of the masterminds behind the pop...
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# 169: TONY DUNGY and his wife LAUREN have an Uncommon Influence from football to family from 2022-09-02T20:54
Tony Dungy may be best known for becoming the first African American head coach to win the Super Bowl and currently a football analyst on NBC, but it’s the work he does with his wife, Lauren, th...
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# 168: KATHIE LEE GIFFORD finally has her dream job as director, writer, author and talent all rolled into one powerful project! from 2022-08-24T20:47:13
Four time Emmy Award-winning TV personality, actress and best-selling author, Kathie Lee Gifford returns to the Contagious Influencers of America podcast to talk about her latest project, “ Listen
# 167: TOBYMAC releases LIFE AFTER DEATH and embraces the goodness of God from 2022-08-11T18:38:41
TobyMac has endured some of the deepest of valleys but is finding a way to see the little glimpses of goodness again. The seven-time Grammy award winner with six Gold Records is releasing his fi...
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# 166: JAIME VILLALOVOS shares the secrets that made her a successful entrepreneur before the age of 30! from 2022-08-03T16:01:46
Has work got you stuck in a rut? Need courage today to make a change? It’s true that Jaime Villalovos became a seven-figure earner before the age of thirty, but her true achievement is being abl...
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# 165: DAVID and NICOLE CRANK are mega-pastors with a past they aren't afraid to share from 2022-07-26T23:52:53
They say sharing your story is a courageous step towards healing your own heart, but Nicole Crank’s story is healing countless others as well! Nicole is a popular TV host, international speaker,...
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# 164: SHERI THROWER and The Grove Jesus Music are creating songs and stars for the next generation. Are you next? from 2022-07-19T22:02:33
Wonder if you have what it takes to be a singer-songwriter? Sheri Thrower has the heart of a teacher and can get you there. Sheri is an award-winning vocal coach and music producer and has helpe...
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# 163: ERWIN McMANUS examines the genius of Mozart, Picasso, Einstein, Michael Jordan and Jesus from 2022-06-28T22:13:08
What does it take to be a genius? Erwin McManus says if it’s breaking the status quo and changing the ways we view the world, Jesus must be the greatest genius of all-time. Nine-time Emmy winner...
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# 162: BRIAN DAWKINS aka "Weapon X" gets vulnerable about his faith, football and path to the NFL Hall of Fame from 2022-06-22T21:25:14
Needing that halftime pump up speech to get you through this week? Well look no further than Brian Dawkins. Brian is an NFL Hall of Famer after playing 16 seasons in the league primarily with th...
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# 161: STEPHEN MILLER unabashedly shares about fatherhood and the art of getting it wrong from 2022-06-08T22:45:34
There are no perfect parents, but there are plenty of perfect moments along the way. Stephen Miller, of the YouTube famous family, “The Miller Fam” has learned that raising, get this, seven kids...
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# 160: NICK HALL is an unlikely evangelist uniting the next generation with a powerful message from 2022-05-27T22:47:53
As an evangelist, Nick Hall is anything but old school and is finding ways to incorporate Jesus into his everyday conversations. But how is he attracting the next generation in droves? This summ...
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# 159: WE THE KINGDOM shares about game-changing music and the mayhem of making it with family from 2022-05-19T14:56:14
We The Kingdom has seemingly popped on the music scene out of nowhere earning Grammy nods as a brand new artist, but some of the members have been ma...
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# 158: LEIGH-ALLYN BAKER is making waves and making movies while bringing her mom humor to make us laugh from 2022-05-12T21:15:20
From one of Disney’s most popular moms to one of Hollywood’s most controversial, Leigh-Allyn Baker is continuing to make waves in the film and TV industry while staying true to herself. Leigh-Al...
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# 157: GREG STIER's life was spared that he might inspire the next generation from 2022-05-10T16:10
Nelson Mandela said, “the youth today are the leaders of tomorrow.” Greg Stier is making sure those leaders are empowered by reinventing youth ministry as we know it. Nine-time Emmy winner, David S...
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# 156: DEAN CAIN gave us a hero as Clark Kent and is still sharing a message of hope today from 2022-05-05T17:40:54
What would it be like growing up with Charlie Sheen and Rob Lowe and then later become America’s heartthrob as Superman? Actor and producer Dean Cain would know! Before starring in the TV show “Loi...
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# 155: TOM ZIGLAR lays out life changing leadership principles for home and work from 2022-05-03T21:07:52
Need coaching through a challenge? Are you not sure how to be a leader through the immense changes we’re seeing in the workplace? It’s time for some Ziglarisms! Tom Ziglar is the son of the late...
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# 154: STARS GO DIM's CHRIS CLEVELAND explains life as a deaf musician from the Pop scene to CCM from 2022-04-27T06:21:26
Is there an obstacle in your life? Let Stars Go Dim be the inspiration you need to conquer any hurdle. Lead singer Chris Cleveland from Stars Go Dim is a deaf musician, but you wouldn’t know oth...
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# 153: TIM and JULIETTE ROSS unpack what it takes to get unstuck and upset the vows from 2022-04-19T20:04:49
Married? This episode is for you! Whether you feel your marriage is stable or falling apart at the seams, Tim and Juliette Ross are crossing cultural and denominational lines and sharing tips to...
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# 152: DANNY RAY shares tricks for a magical marriage from 2022-04-15T19:20:07
Is magic real? Well when it comes to your marriage, Danny Ray says it can be! Danny is a magician, speaker, and author. When he’s not fooling Pen and Teller on their CW TV show, he’s shocking peopl...
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# 151: KEVIN MALONE talks baseball and Babe Ruth, plus gets personal about his son's miracle from 2022-04-06T13:00
Play Ball! Kevin Malone, named the “best general manager in the game” in 1995, worked with teams like the Cleveland Indians, to Baltimore Orioles and LA Dodgers to name a few. While nine-time Emmy ...
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# 150: LEE STROBEL dares to explore near-death experiences and makes a Case for Heaven from 2022-04-04T04:40:39
We all want to know what happens after we die. If there is a heaven, can we prove it? That’s the question best-selling author, Lee Strobel, is seeking t...
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# 149: YVONNE ORJI gets bamboozled by Jesus into the life of her dreams from 2022-03-28T22:51:36
Are you ready fill your soul with encouragement and inspiration, while also filling your belly with laughter? It’s a tall order, but one actor and comic Yvonne Orji d...
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# 148: DAVE HOLLIS speaks honestly about marriage, divorce, Rachel and profound new beginnings from 2022-03-21T22:05:57
Are you finding yourself treading rough waters in life? Well, you’re not alone. Dave Hollis is a former Disney exec who was once also...
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# 147: MANDISA - from Grammy winner to author, she bravely shares about her mental health struggles from 2022-03-15T16:45:17
Even in your darkest of days, remember there is light at the end of every tunnel. That’s what Grammy winning Christian music artist, Mandisa, is clinging to as she shares her struggles with mental ...
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# 146 TASHA LAYTON soars to her own success after American Idol and years with Katy Perry from 2022-03-04T23:28:40
Tasha Layton’s story may sound like any other Christian music artist’s, with roots in a small South Carolina town. But sprinkle in exploring other fait...
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#145: MADISON PREWETT reveals what happened on "The Bachelor" and how she was made for that moment from 2022-02-28T19:14:47
What is it like to be on America’s top reality TV dating show? It’s far from easy, according to Madison Prewett. Madison appeared on season 24 of ABC’s “The Bache...
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# 144: LEVI LUSKO shares what courageous faith looks like from 2022-02-15T23:32:34
They say no one is immune to the trials and tribulations in life. Levi Lusko is a pastor of the multi-site Fr...
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# 143: Matchmaker JACKIE DORMAN spreads a little love this Valentine's Day from 2022-02-08T22:30:10
What’s your love life look like? Be honest. Tired of feeling alone? Things could be different this time next year with help from author and modern-day Christian matchmaker Listen
# 142: RASCAL FLATTS' JAY DEMARCUS introduces Cade Thompson on his newest venture from 2022-02-07T21:03:34
Seventeen number one hits, over 23 million records sold, and billions of streams online, it’s no wonder why Rascal Flatts is one of the most popular ...
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# 141: ROMA DOWNEY and CINDY BOND are the powerhouse producers behind the new film "Redeeming Love" from 2022-01-17T22:46:59
There’s no brokenness that love can't heal in the new film “Redeeming Love” based off the bestselling Listen
# 140: SUSIE McENTIRE has a familiar name that goes beyond all her Positive Country music accolades and inspires hope from 2022-01-14T22:04:23
She may be the sister of the “Queen of Country”, but Susie McEntire is quite possibly the queen of storytelling. From her childhood days to touring alongside her sister Reba before finding her o...
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# 139: KURT WARNER never stopped believing in his NFL dream and finds his faith along the way from 2021-12-22T21:47:21
From stocking shelves at a supermarket, to throwing touchdowns in the Super Bowl, Kurt Warner<...
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# 138: KELSEY GRIMM has millions of followers and yet is shockingly honest about her darkest of days from 2021-12-11T04:59:45
Kelsey Grimm is one half of the married YouTube music duo sensation Caleb+Kelsey known for their incredibl...
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# 137: DALLAS JENKINS, creator of "The Chosen" talks Jesus, Christmas and Hollywood from 2021-12-03T15:41:05
Need a little encouragement to keep chasing after your dreams? Look no further than Dallas Jenkins. Dallas is best known as the creator, ...
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# 136: CECE WINANS -Gospel music's queen shares about life, church and her friendship with a legend from 2021-11-29T23:11:07
After more than four decades as a performer, CeCe Winans is still the best-selling female artist in Gospel music with 12 Grammys and 20 Dove Awards! She and 9-time Emmy ...
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# 135: LISA WHELCHEL Shares the Facts About Her Life and How She Became a Survivor from 2021-11-23T18:04:58
From her early days as a Mouseketeer to her starring role as Blair Warner on TV’s “The Facts of Life,” Lisa Whelchel was an iconic child star in Hollywoo...
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# 134: MAX LUCADO says you were made for this moment from 2021-10-19T23:05:56
# 133: SCOTT MACINTYRE and his wife CHRISTINA discover life and hope in the midst of tough trials from 2021-10-07T22:44:35
Blind "American Idol" alum Scott MacIntyre and his wife Christina found that having the right perspective in whatever trial you face can help turn fear into faith. The couple share with 9-time E...
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# 132: FRANCESCA BATTISTELLI has new music AND a new role as an actress from 2021-10-01T23:19:24
Grammy Award-winning artist Francesca Battistelli may be a rock star in contemporary Christian music, but she's also one at home. A mother of 5 (with another on the way!)...
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# 131: ANDY ERWIN and his brother Jon are the dynamic duo behind faith films hitting the big screen from 2021-09-29T03:48:58
From the time they were teenagers playing around in their dad's TV studio, Andy Erwin and his brother Jon knew they wanted to combine their faith...
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# 130: BILL HASLAM cuts through divisive politics and rises above as a faith-filled leader from 2021-09-20T23:50:16
For a man who saw his public service as a calling motivated by his faith, former TN Governor Bill Haslam balanced the role of leadership for two terms. Could the recipe for his ...
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#129: STEPHEN AND ALEX KENDRICK get back to movie making during Covid with two HUGE hits! from 2021-09-02T23:28:52
For some, working with your siblings every single day might not be ideal...but the Kendrick brothers love it! Writer/director/actor Alex Kendrick and his brother, writer/...
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# 128: CHRISTINE CAINE has a powerful message of hope for tough times from 2021-08-26T21:18:35
When the challenges of life hit hard, do you ask yourself how did I get here? Author, speaker, and activist Christine Caine say...
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# 127: KEN STARR makes the case for religious liberty and freedom for all from 2021-08-19T23:04:07
# 126: JO DEE MESSINA from country music songstress to overcoming life's challenges from 2021-07-27T20:47:08
Sometimes God uses dark moments in life to sweep in and pull you close and beloved country artist Jo Dee Messina has experienced just that! She w...
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# 125: BOB LENZ ignites a dignity revolution and LIFEST - the party with a purpose! from 2021-07-18T05:40:29
Ready to party with a purpose this summer with all your favorite CCM artists? Join them at LIFEST MUSIC CITY! Bob Lenz is the mastermind behind Dignity Revolution and LIFEST mus...
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# 124: DANNY GOKEY gets ready to party with a purpose with this summer! from 2021-07-08T23:30:13
American Idol alum Danny Gokey says it's a New Day as everything has started to open back up! Maybe that's the inspiration you need as you start over? Danny has been ther...
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# 123: MICHAEL W. SMITH shares lessons from his father and truths about God from 2021-06-19T21:13:14
Grammy-winning artist and author Michael W. Smith dreamt of becoming a baseball star growing up, but instead charted a path towards selling over 18 million albums & ...
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# 122: MERCYME's BART MILLARD is a multi-platinum selling artist, but producing a song with his son was epic! from 2021-06-15T18:06:12
# 121: MATTHEW WEST, truth be told he gets vulnerable and ready to rock at Lifest Music City from 2021-06-10T00:03:10
Chart-topping singer-songwriter Matthew West has had over a dozen top 10 hits and written for the likes of Billy Ray Cyrus and Rascal Flatts. All...
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# 120: DANA PERINO connects with young women about their inner power to stop worrying and find peace from 2021-05-28T21:21:15
# 119: SHANNON BREAM gives voice to the women of the Bible for modern day wisdom from 2021-05-26T00:04:26
Shannon Bream anchors Fox News at Night and serves as the networks' legal correspondent, but her passion recently has been empowering women with ancient wisdom. Her new book, "The Women of the B...
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# 118: SCOTT HAMILTON has fallen down over 41,600 times and got back up...now that's a true Olympian! from 2021-05-22T00:22:19
# 117: JON ACUFF can help you stop that nasty habit of overthinking! from 2021-05-12T17:42:51
Opening up for Dolly Parton doesn't happen to just anyone. You've got to be able to get past second-guessing yourself and seize the opportunity. That's exactly what best-selling author/speaker/c...
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# 116: JEN BRICKER-BAUER is a world-class aerialist with a rule to never say can't! from 2021-05-04T22:59:10
Jen Bricker was born without legs. Shocked and uncertain they could care for her, her biological parents gave her up for adoption. In her loving adoptive home, there was just one simple rule: "N...
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# 115: SISSY GOFF reveals the impact of the pandemic on kids and how to help them battle the anxiety from 2021-04-27T19:00:03
# 114: JACKIE DORMAN - the modern day matchmaker who says you can be married in 12 months or less! from 2021-04-21T05:17:28
# 113: BOB GOFF shares the keys to unlock your potential and find true purpose from 2021-04-13T18:07:45
New York Times best-selling author (Love Does), speaker and "recovering lawyer" Bob Goff has an infectious way of helping people dream big no matter their rank a...
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# 112: RABBI JASON SOBEL unlocks the mysteries of the Messiah hidden in plain sight from 2021-04-01T22:43:34
Most do not understand how the Bible fits together - even people of faith. Many Christians accept half an inheritance in that they are content to embrace merely the New Testament. On the flip si...
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#111: WYNONNA finds balance and healing apart from her legendary music from 2021-04-01T04:56:47
Life on the road is second nature for Country music mega-star Wynonna Judd who has lived much of her days performing for millions all over the world. But this past year i...
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#110: TIM TEBOW from multi-sport athlete to special needs advocate to best-selling author from 2021-03-29T04:48:51
Former NFL quarterback & pro-baseball player Tim Tebow is very familiar with life in the limelight. But it's what he does to shine the light on others t...
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#109: BACHELOR BEN HIGGINS shares his journey to finding a true love story from 2021-03-25T23:46:25
Ben Higgins may be the hunk that America fell in love with from ABC's hit series "The Bachelor," but now, in real life he's on a mission to make a difference through his Listen
#108: HARRY CONNICK, JR. delivers the unexpected in a year full of surprises from 2021-03-17T02:11:52
When you're sitting in a tough season of life, discerning the truth from lies, what do you do? For Harry Connick Jr., the answer is easy: arrange, record, play every instrument, & sing each voca...
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#107: JONATHAN GIBBS' life is like a master class for the determined entrepreneur from 2021-02-17T04:28:06
#106: CANDACE CAMERON BURE plays by her own set of rules with spunk and a smile from 2021-02-04T00:16:24
Actress and author Candace Cameron Bure has lived much of her life in front of the camera on hit shows from TV's "Full House" to Netflix's "Fuller House" to co-hosting ABC's "The View" and a sle...
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#105: ANNIE F. DOWNS navigates singlehood in the pandemic, chases fun and tells why you need a hobby from 2021-01-28T23:56:01
Ready to pivot and have a little fun? If you don't know where to begin, meet Annie F. Downs. Annie is a best-selling author, speaker and podcaste...
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#104: JASON BROWN from the NFL field to the farm field traded cleats for beets and discovered true riches from 2021-01-18T18:25
NFL lineman Jason Brown had everything in the world. He was the highest-paid center in the game living in luxury. Then in 2012, Jason walked away from it all when he heard a call from God that c...
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#103: NATALIE GRANT reveals her fears while battling COVID-19 and the beauty of holding onto hope from 2020-12-23T23:01:09
Whether it's recently battling the coronavirus or thyroid cancer a few years back, award-winning artist Natalie Grant has learned to face her fears. She shares with 9-time Emmy winner David Sams...
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#102: MIRACLE PELAYO lives up to her name when doctors said she didn't stand a chance from 2020-12-23T21:14:18
When your whole life is one miracle after another, it’s fitting that your name is MIRACLE! Miracle Pelayo is an actor, but didn’t take the traditional route getting there. She was born with cere...
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#101: JANA KRAMER and MIKE CAUSSIN reveal what tore their marriage apart and how they fought to put it back together from 2020-12-22T00:59:32
Country music star & actress Jana Kramer dazzled us on "Dancing with the Stars." Her life may have looked picture perfect then but she & her husband Michael Caussin, former NFL player, have open...
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#100: BROOKE BURNS shines bright in Hollywood and has hope for the new year! from 2020-12-19T02:21:40
You may catch Brooke Burns in your favorite Christmas Hallmark movie this season or as the host of “Master Minds” on the Game Show Network but she's survived and thrived for decades in Hollywood...
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#99: COLTON DIXON shares baby news and the miracle story that gives his life new meaning from 2020-12-19T01:04:26
American Idol finalist Colton Dixon quickly became a household name as a fan favorite & his music now boasts over 100 million streams across all platfor...
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#98: KAREN KINGSBURY shares rare tips for any writer that loves drama and an irresistible romance from 2020-12-15T00:34:29
Karen Kingsbury, #1 New York Times bestselling novelist, is America’s favorite inspirational storyteller, with more than twenty-five million copies of her award-winning...
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#97: MATTHEW WEST shares the sweet spots of 2020 and the hope of Christmas from 2020-12-12T00:53:34
Receiving Grammy nominations and winning American Music Awards are sure nice when you are Billboard’s Hot Christian Songwriter of the Year, but even Matthew West has discovered in this year of s...
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#96: LYSA TERKEURST shares her powerful story of healing from infidelity from 2020-12-09T18:17:08
With over two million social media followers, best-selling author & speaker Lysa TerKeurst is one of the most prominent female Christian voices today. Lysa faced a devastating public betrayal & ...
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#95: for KING&COUNTRY tops 1 BILLION streams and release their 1st Christmas project from 2020-12-04T00:42:31
Four-time GRAMMY award winning duo for KING & COUNTRY began nearly a decade ago and brothers Joel and Luke Smallbone had no idea what a ride it would be! Highlights like singing with the incompa...
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#94: DOLLY PARTON brings the holiday cheer and urges fans to Keep The Faith! from 2020-11-25T22:33:30
Dolly Parton has always been a big believer that God is in everything and having faith is a key to making it through life. Perhaps that's how her iconic career has spanned 6 decades. She shares ...
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#93: ANDY STANLEY reveals how to get unstuck, find truth and clarity&have fewer regrets from 2020-11-25T00:33:37
The millions of people who have read his books or watch him on TV after SNL know that best-selling author and pastor Andy Stanley has insight that people crave. He tells 9-time Emmy winner David...
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#92: BECKY THOMPSON has more tools than just putting faith over fear from 2020-11-20T22:44:08
In a world full of anxiety, trusted mommy blogger and best-selling author Becky Thompson (1M followers on her Midnight Mom Devotional Fa...
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#91: SAM ACHO - NFL linebacker to author says his sensitivity is his Superpower from 2020-11-19T21:25:52
As a linebacker in the NFL, earning an MBA isn't exactly the norm. Just ask Sam Acho, author of the new book, "Let The World See You: How to be Real in a World Full of Fakes." Sam hid behind a m...
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#90: LEVI LUSKO brings clarity to the holidays and looks ahead to the new year from 2020-11-12T23:43
Levi Lusko, author of the new book "Take Back Your Life" and lead pastor of Fresh Life Church encourages you to breathe, think and live! With the pandemic, political and racial division defining...
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#89: SARA EVANS reveals what has made her an overcomer time and time again from 2020-11-05T00:20:15
Multi-platinum selling country superstar Sara Evans is no stranger to the stage. She's been performing since she was a child and shares with 9-time Emmy winner David Sams the heartbreaks and hig...
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#88: JOY VILLA and her bold political fashion statements despite the haters from 2020-10-29T22:14:52
Singer/Songwriter Joy Villa has shocked the masses while expressing her support of President Trump in recent years at the Grammys with her MAGA inspired couture. While she is known for turning h...
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#87: CHONDA PIERCE quarantine breakout party! from 2020-10-21T23:45:29
The “Queen of Clean", female comedian Chonda Pierce, has been taking safety precautions by quarantining like many of us, but there is no containing her brand of funny as she hits the road on her...
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#86: VALORIE BURTON says it's time to ditch the guilt and find the joy from 2020-10-12T22:40:25
Got a confession of guilt? You're not alone. Maybe it's guilt about sending your kids back to school in the middle of the pandemic or guilt about not struggling financially because you haven't l...
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#85: RADHA MITCHELL's latest movie is a love story for the ages...and is perfect for 2020 from 2020-10-09T19:46:30
With all the fear and uncertainty of 2020, we could all use a miracle right about now! Radha Mitchell (Man on Fire, The Shack) stars in the new movie, "2 Hearts" in theaters only October 16 and ...
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#84: SKILLET's JOHN COOPER has hope from Kenosha for an increasingly angry and stressed out world from 2020-10-08T23:27:48
After traveling the world for 23 years in the multiplatinum selling rock band, Skillet, John Cooper has notice...
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#83: ALLI WORTHINGTON shares the tools to help you overcome adversity and banish self-doubt from 2020-09-30T19:59:03
After losing everything her family had over ten years ago, Alli Worthington found the courage to pivot and build a business that has led her to be featured on NBC's TODAY...
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#82: JUDGE JEANINE PIRRO says don't lie to her! from 2020-09-26T18:18:18
Judge Pirro is a highly respected District Attorney, Judge, author and host of the Fox News show, Justice with Judge Jeanine. Her new book "Don't Lie To Me" proves that she is a renowned champio...
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#81: KATHIE LEE GIFFORD shares all about life, love, loss, family, her new movie and Regis! from 2020-09-25T23:15:41
Kathie Lee doesn't just co-star with Craig Ferguson in the new romantic comedy "Then Came You" releasing one night only on September 30th, she wrote the film also starring Elizabeth Hurley and c...
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#80: TERRENCE K. WILLIAMS' comedy gets fired up when talking about the American Dream! from 2020-09-17T21:05:40
#79: ED YOUNG says you can trade fear and panic for peace and purpose from 2020-09-04T22:43:39
2020 isn't just the year of the coronavirus - many have found themselves battling the spread of fear. Failure, rejection, exposure to a deadly virus, racial unres...
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#78: CHUCK UNDERWOOD gives future predictions based on America's past from 2020-08-28T22:18:35
There are 5 generations of people alive today each seeing the world in a different way. Some are even living under the same roof! PBS host Chuck Underwood is an elite consultant on America's gen...
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#77: DAVID NURSE knows the power of a pivot as an NBA coach and shares his blueprint for success with you from 2020-07-24T17:52:49
#76: MILA GRIGG has a comeback story that can turn you into a true leader from 2020-07-21T21:30:54
What happens when your life doesn't mirror your Instagram? Mila Grigg founded MODAImageConsulting and knows image is everything. She works with Fortune 1000 companies helping them get to their W...
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#75: CHAD VEACH takes you from being a boss to becoming a leader from 2020-07-07T20:55:33
If you want to be a true leader, what is your superpower? Best-selling author ("Help I Work With People") and global faith leader Chad Veach says flexibility, agility & communication are key. Wh...
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#74: CHONDA PIERCE finds the funny in talking religion and politics from 2020-06-24T22:26:32
Need a little laughter? The Queen of Clean Comedy is back! Top-selling comedian Chonda Pierce is always one to tell it like it is and give people the gift of laughter on stage and on screen. She...
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#73: JENNIE LUSKO lost her daughter without warning and fights to flourish from 2020-06-23T22:23:55
The pain of losing a child will leave you heartbroken. Jennie Lusko knows that pain. She and her husband Levi lost their 5 year old daughter, Lenya when she died from an asthma attack 5 days bef...
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#72: MICHAEL JR. delivers his punchline and purpose with comedy that inspires from 2020-06-18T22:12:56
It's true that laughter is the best medicine! Comedian and actor Michael Jr. doesn't just perform to get a laugh from those who follow his clean comedy routine, he looks to see what he can give....
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#71: BOB GOFF says you can make a small change with a dose of courage and DREAM BIG! from 2020-06-15T16:28:15
Feeling stuck post-lockdown? NYT best-selling author Bob Goff (Love Does) is an encourager to millions and is on a mission to shake people into the version of their...
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#70: CHRISTINE CARTER lost over 150 lbs and became the Weight Loss Hero from 2020-06-11T21:19:02
#69: TIM STOREY is the life coach that Quincy Jones calls 'The Voice' from 2020-06-09T21:34:23
Has the pandemic taken tools from your toolbox? Enter acclaimed author, speaker & life coach Tim Storey. He not only occasionally co-hosts this podcast, but he is busy helping people create the ...
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#68: STEVEN CURTIS CHAPMAN is together with BRAD PAISLEY, TASHA COBBS LEONARD and LAUREN ALAINA from 2020-06-09T03:34:04
#67: MATTHEW WEST sings about #quarantinelife and knows these days it's about walking by faith from 2020-06-05T17:58:14
Are you struggling with uncertainty? These days walking by faith can be a tough road. Just ask Matthew West. He's written dozens of chart-topping songs that have inspired millions. The impact of...
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#66: NICOLE C MULLEN knows her Redeemer lives! from 2020-05-31T06:30:25
Award-winning artist Nicole C. Mullen penned her hit song "Redeemer" during a painful season in her life. That was 20 years ago and it still brings comfort beyond measure to millions. She has wa...
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#65: BETHANY HAMILTON, shark attack survivor is UNSTOPPABLE! from 2020-05-22T23:10:09
Ever felt like your life as you knew it was over? Bethany Hamilton has become a source of inspiration to millions through her story of determination, faith, and hope. At just 13, Bethany lost he...
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#64: PATRICE WASHINGTON knows the pain of financial devastation but also knows how to turn it all around! from 2020-05-18T22:05:01
The financial fallout due to COVID-19 has had immediate impact on millions of Americans who have lost their jobs and are trying to keep food on the table. Patrice Washington has been there. Year...
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#63: PEGGY ROWE is her son's biggest fan...find out the secret to her motherly love that helped Mike Rowe rise to the top! from 2020-05-07T23:31:42
Peggy Rowe is living proof that mom knows best! At 82, Peggy isn't just known for being mom to former Dirty Jobs host Mike Rowe, but she has written her second book on the heels of her ...
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#62: PAULA FARIS leaves fear and ABC NEWS behind to discover a life of true calling from 2020-05-04T06:05
#61: A CORONAVIRUS SPECIAL - Fear Is Not The Boss of You with Jennifer Allwood from 2020-03-26T23:01:28
With COVID-19 wreaking havoc around the world, how do we contain the spread of fear as well? Can you guard against fear taking control? Author & podcast host Jennifer Allwood coaches thousands o...
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#60 KEVIN DOWNES from actor to producer is making films that confound Hollywood yet audiences crave from 2020-03-12T22:14:13
What does it take to "make it" in Hollywood these days? Listen as actor-turned-producer Kevin Downes (Courageous, Mom's Night Out, I Can Only Imagine) reveals the twists and turns that ...
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#59: JEREMY CAMP tells his story of love and loss that led to the song "I Still Believe"&is now a major motion picture from 2020-03-06T23:43:28
The difficulties you encounter in life aren’t always up to you. But ...
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#58: KARAN KENDRICK is passionate about youth and the way her faith impacts her art from 2020-03-05T23:57:55
Actress Karan Kendrick stars in the award-winning movie “Just Mercy” alongside Jamie Foxx and Michael B. Jordan. (Don't miss our podcast episode with Bryan Stevenson to l...
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#57: BRYAN STEVENSON fights for justice for death row inmates wrongfully convicted and changes the world from 2020-03-04T21:48:31
Bryan Stevenson isn't just a successful lawyer. He & his team at Equal Justice Initiative have helped free 135 wrongly convicted death row inmates. In the movie “Just Mer...
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#56: CHARLIE DANIELS tells how one line in his head became an iconic song for both rock and country from 2020-02-24T22:03:39
It doesn't matter if you are a country music fan or not, everyone knows the song “The Devil Went Down to Georgia” by legendary artist Charlie Daniels. While you may know ...
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#55: KEVIN SORBO and his wife SAM have a Hollywood love story and share the keys to a strong marriage from 2020-02-13T17:17:36
#54: LINDSAY TEAGUE MORENO understands the balance of work and family&calls female entrepreneurs to Boss Up! from 2020-02-03T16:17:56
Stay-at-home mom turned multimillion-dollar-producing business owner Lindsay Teague Moreno doesn’t just have a passion for entrepreneurship. She has a deep passion for helping women of all walks...
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#53: FLIPPED LIFESTYLE entrepreneurs Shane and Jocelyn Sams were once school teachers and now Forbes is featuring them! from 2020-01-22T21:46:50
Tired of living the "good enough" life and want to live the good life? Shane & Jocelyn Sams say you can! From being school teachers to teaching people how to live the American Dream, they have s...
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#52: SADIE ROBERTSON faces her fears and becomes a voice for her generation from 2020-01-15T16:37:23
Sadie Robertson is well known for her engaging smile and energetic personality, but there is a lot more to the 22-year-old star of A&E's "Duck Dynasty" and runner ...
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#51: CRAIG AVEN and his wife Tess have coped with loss in a way that has brought healing to millions through his music on Facebook at the holidays from 2019-12-23T17:16:48
Christmas is a time filled with joy but for many who have lost a loved one, it can be a painful season remembering those who have left us. Craig Aven and his wife Tess know the personal pain of ...
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#50: BRENDA LEE is rockin' around the Christmas Tree with CIA! from 2019-12-21T00:29:42
It’s not every day that you get to celebrate Christmas with a living legend. She’s been recording music for over 60 years, and is the only person to be inducted into the Rock and Roll, Country M...
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#49: ZACH WILLIAMS shares his rescue story and climb to the top performing with Dolly Parton! from 2019-12-19T01:39:54
In a few short years from releasing his Grammy winning debut album "Chain Breaker," Zach Williams found himself performing with Dolly Parton at this year's Country Music Awards. It's been a whir...
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#48: OPERATION JOY JARS brings smiles to the faces of courageous kids fighting cancer from 2019-12-14T23:17:09
Cancer doesn’t care where you live or how old you are. It’s some of the most devastating news anyone can receive…especially when it happens to a child. Erik Rees ...
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#47: CIMORELLI share more stories and songs, plus how to be true to yourself and combat the comparison trap! (PART 2) from 2019-12-07T21:12:27
When you are Cimorelli and have 5 million YouTube followers and over a billion views on your c...
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#46: CIMORELLI is more than a YouTube sensation, they've got an empowering message of hope to share (PART 1) from 2019-12-07T20:28:13
The Cimorelli sisters have a global social media footprint with millions of followers and over a billion views on their YouTube channel. As Christina, Katherine, Lisa, Am...
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#45: AMY GRANT and MICHAEL W. SMITH take a trip down memory lane spanning 40 years of friendship from 2019-11-26T22:45:17
When you've shared a friendship nearly 40 years, you do a lot of life together. In the case of Grammy winning artists Amy Grant and Michael W. Smith, you do a lot of touring, songwriting and Chr...
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#44: MARK BATTERSON says he failed his way to success, but how did coffee & movie theaters pave the way in our Nation's Capitol? from 2019-11-21T22:41:55
Being touted one of the most innovative churches in America in the heart of Washington, D.C. is no small compliment for a town of skeptics. Best-selling author and National Community Church past...
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#43: MAX LUCADO takes the simple idea of happiness and challenges you to find it. It may be harder than you think! from 2019-11-15T17:01:12
New York Times best-selling author Max Lucado has written over 100 books and his latest, "How Happiness Happens" reveals how to find lasting joy in a world of comparison, disappointment and unme...
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#42: BECKY THOMPSON the mommy blogger on a global mission at midnight from 2019-11-04T20:30:15
#41: MIKE DONEHEY, lead singer for Tenth Avenue North has no shame and admits he doesn't have all the answers from 2019-10-17T20:14:19
?Casual sex, pornography, political outrage, hatred, shame, secrets, fear and sexual abuse. Sound like issues Christian pop artists tackle? Tenth Avenue North's lead singer Mike Donehey says he isn...
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#40: JEN LEDGER, this female drummer is striking a chord on her own, fighting fear and waiting for Mr. Right from 2019-10-07T19:31:17
Female drummers definitely rock the status quo and Jen Ledger is no exception. This shy Brit took up the drums at 13 yrs old and 5 years later found herself touring the world with multi-platinum se...
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#39: MIKE HUCKABEE, the politician turned TV personality becomes a social media favorite and continues to be an agent of change from 2019-09-30T04:47:12
What makes this former Governor of Arkansas and TV/radio talk show host nervous? As the father of Sarah Huckabee Sanders, former press secretary to President Trump, the answer might surprise you. F...
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#38: SKILLET'S JOHN COOPER has an underdog rock music story to the tune of two billion streams and asks what in God's name is happening to Christianity? from 2019-09-11T22:34:56
John Cooper is the frontman of Skillet, one of the best-selling rock bands of the 21st century. Having sold over 12 million albums and just surpassing two billion streams, they are rockers that bre...
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#37: BARRY ZITO- Baseball's Hollywood playboy shares about living the dream that turned into a nightmare and how he's found fulfillment beyond fortune and fame from 2019-08-30T21:53:37
In 2007 Cy Young Award-winning pitcher & two-time World Series Champion, Barry Zito signed a seven-year, $126 million contract with the San Francisco Giants. At the time it was the largest contract...
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#36: ALEX KENDRICK the movie maker reveals the difference between a good idea and a God idea and how he's connected with millions at the box office from 2019-08-20T23:32:09
Actor/Writer/Director Alex Kendrick delivered huge hits at the box office (War Room, Facing The Giants, Fireproof) & he teams up with his brothers for their film “Overcomer.” Alex reveals how they ...
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#35: GLORIA GAYNOR, the 70's Queen of Disco gives her Testimony and is Back on Top from 2019-07-31T15:44:47
Who doesn't jump up & belt out from the top of their lungs the moment they hear Gloria Gaynor's hits like "I Will Survive" and "Never Can Say Good Bye"? The iconic star of the 70's disco era has fo...
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#34: DON MOEN writes this hit song in a hidden music genre and millions listen! from 2019-07-18T22:53:52
Life can be messy, but one thing Don Moen has shared with millions around the world through his music is that God will make a way when there seems to be no way. From deep personal tragedy, he penne...
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#33: ANDY ANDREWS dives deep and reveals the secrets to success he shares with Fortune 500 companies from 2019-07-01T23:41:53
Andy Andrews is passionate about people thinking beyond their boundaries and achieving extraordinary results. Perhaps that's why he's spoken at the request of four different U.S. presidents and has...
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#32: DANNY GOKEY gets out of his comfort zone and reveals how he moved past his fears from 2019-06-13T22:08:22
American Idol alum Danny Gokey has one simple piece of encouragement if you feel like you’re coming up short. He’s been there & has had to pick up the pieces of a shattered life. Just weeks before ...
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#31: KATHIE LEE GIFFORD isn't taking it easy just yet! She shares her new music, new movie and new life right here! from 2019-04-18T22:15:37
Since her departure from NBC's "TODAY," 3-time Emmy winner Kathie Lee Gifford isn't letting any grass grow under her feet! She's spent decades bringing people joy on TV weekday mornings but now she...
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#30: CHRISSY METZ and producer DEVON FRANKLIN reveal personal stories on their way to making the new movie BREAKTHROUGH from 2019-04-11T23:01:08
Combine a real-life miracle story with a Hollywood star and what do you have? The new movie "Breakthrough!" NBC’s THIS IS US actress Chrissy Metz and inspiring film producer, DeVon Franklin (Miracl...
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#29: RABBI JASON SOBEL reveals ancient wisdom that unlocks the connection to a deeper faith from 2019-04-05T04:18:28
Have you ever felt bored with the Bible? Maybe there's more to the same stories you've heard over and over. Enter Rabbi Jason Sobel! He co-wrote the NYT best-selling book, "The Rock, the Road and t...
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#28: ELISABETH HASSELBECK reveals how her trials and triumphs helped shape her point of view from 2019-03-29T04:44:07
From "Survivor" to "The View" to "Fox and Friends," Emmy Award–winning talk show host and former broadcaster Elisabeth Hasselbeck didn't know she was destined to become a household name. She reflec...
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#27: Actress ASHLEY BRATCHER and producer DARYL LEFEVER talk about their upcoming film UNPLANNED and the true story of Abby Johnson's journey that turned her world around from 2019-03-21T17:01:39
Has the direction of your life ever made an about-face? Abby Johnson relates. She was the youngest clinic director in Planned Parenthood history and finds herself transformed becoming pro-life. Her...
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#26: "WHEN CALLS THE HEART" Executive Producer and Co-Creator BRIAN BIRD from 2019-03-15T00:00:40
Lights. Camera. TAKE action! CIA welcomes to the scene, Brian Bird, 30-year veteran of the Hollywood film & ?television business, executive producer & co-creator of the hit Hallmark TV series “When...
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#25: AMERICAN IDOL alumni get personal, speaking about their careers, faith and overcoming obstacles from 2019-03-07T23:01:34
We’re CIA…and THIS is American Idol! What happens when the spotlight fades and you gotta make it on your own? Join us as we welcome prior American Idol Finalists’ Danny Gokey, Mandisa, Jasmine Murr...
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#24: TIM TEBOW talks family, football, filmmaking and fun with brother Robby Tebow from 2019-02-28T23:41:09
Tim Tebow and his brother Robby Tebow talk more than just football! Tim reveals how he has coped with heartache and lives with passion. Robby shares about growing up Tebow and their childhood prank...
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??#23: Movieguide Founder DR. TED BAEHR reveals how he left his wild lifestyle behind to becoming the film critic families trust most? from 2019-02-22T06:12:49
In his early years, Ted Baehr ?was on an path to self destruction. Drug parties & a series of broken relationships all seemed like par for the course since he came from showbiz royalty. That all ch...
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#22: Dollar General's Cal Turner, Jr - the family business that became a Fortune 500 Company from 2019-02-07T23:49:05
What does it take to become a millionaire? First, you gotta know your customer. That is something that Cal Turner, Jr.'s father and grandfather believed was a top priority when they first opened fo...
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#21: ANDY STANLEY - How do we make faith irresistible again? from 2019-01-29T02:31:43
Why do millions watch his show after Saturday Night Live and regularly listen to his podcasts? Why do 33,000 people in Atlanta weekly attend his church with thousands more online? Why is he one of ...
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#20 - The Genius behind the YouVersion Bible App: Bobby Gruenewald and Life.Church's Craig Groeschel from 2019-01-17T23:13:54
Imagine one small idea engaging millions of people across the globe. Celebrating the 10 year anniversary of the YouVersion Bible App is guest Bobby Gruenewald. He is the brains behind the most down...
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#19 WINK MARTINDALE - Stories from an iconic TV and radio career and the night Elvis mania began from 2019-01-10T19:40:23
Wink Martindale's legendary status as radio and TV host has taken him through many phases of pop culture and he reveals his personal stories with Elvis Presley, Tony Bennett, Ed Sullivan and more. ...
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#18: AMY GRANT - A very special BONUS CHRISTMAS Episode from 2018-12-20T07:19:34
Did you know the "Queen of Christian Pop" is also the "Queen of Christmas?" Join us for a very special BONUS episode with Amy Grant just in time for the holidays! She shares about the recent passin...
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#17: AMY GRANT and LAUREN DAIGLE share powerful secrets about life, love and the beauty of music from 2018-12-20T06:27:13
The "Queen of Christian Pop" AMY GRANT kicks back and talks about life, love, overcoming obstacles and her blended family with Vince Gill like never before. She even gets choked up so bring tissues...
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#16: TobyMac talks attitude, diversity, beliefs, songwriting, family and what it takes for this 7x Grammy® winner to stay relevant from 2018-11-21T23:05:08
TobyMac has sold more than 5 million records and won countless awards over his storied career, but it's never been about any of that for him. His candid interview reveals how he processes each day ...
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#15: Rising country group SWEET TEA TRIO doesn't sugar coat real life and shares tears and laughter from the heart from 2018-11-01T20:39:56
Sweet Tea Trio lights up a room with their beautiful harmonies, but it's their authenticity that makes these young ladies contagious influencers. Alabama natives Victoria Camp, Savannah Coker & Kat...
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#14: SARAH DREW talks about family and life from "Grey's Anatomy" to her new movie "Indivisible" from 2018-10-17T06:58
Sarah Drew may be best known for portraying Dr. April Kepner in ABC's Award-Winning "Grey's Anatomy," but it's been a long journey of hard work, sweat and tears that began at an early age. She talk...
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#13: UNBROKEN - PATH TO REDEMPTION, A true story of overcoming defeat and finding hope from 2018-10-15T21:00
Olympian and World War II hero Louis Zamperini survived the unimaginable but when the war ended, his battle began. Picking up where the first blockbuster film left off, stars Samuel Hunt and Merrit...
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#12: CHONDA PIERCE, Comedy's Queen of Clean Spills the Dirt from 2018-09-10T21:15:16
Comedian Chonda Pierce has not only outsold any other female comedian when it comes to DVDs, but she has done so by laughing about her pain, heartbreak & insecurities all with her signature souther...
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#11: “Blindside” mom Leigh Anne Tuohy talks no excuses and living generously from 2018-09-02T05:56:24
Michael Ohr’s adoptive mother may have been made famous by Sandra Bullock’s academy-award winning performance in “The Blindside,” but Leigh Anne Tuohy never expected that her one decision to turn a...
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#10: PATRICE WASHINGTON - America's Money Maven helps you build true wealth from 2018-08-18T00:07:45
She’s been called the “Money Maven” and helps redefine true wealth. But Patrice Washington's journey didn't happen overnight. She built a career in real estate until the recession took it all. She ...
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#9: Joel Osteen and Lakewood Church embrace the Heart of a Special Needs Champion for Autism from 2018-08-17T00:12:45
Craig and Samantha Johnson know it's rare to find a church where a family can bring their special needs child because their son Conner has autism. Enter Lakewood Church in Houston, TX. They soon la...
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#8: GIGI BUTLER - The Cupcake Queen's recipe for sweet success from 2018-07-17T19:13
After moving to Nashville to pursue a career as a country music star, Gigi Butler found herself instead cleaning houses. She cleaned over 65,000 toilets until she decided to do something she truly ...
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