The RELEVANT Podcast

Today we're joined by speaker, author and social justice leader Christine Caine. With the year coming to a close, we talk about how we can reflect on the past season with grace and set our focus on things that will lead to a better future. Plus, we have the week's RELEVANT Buzz, your feedback, and the guys go deep into Christmas movies and Jesse's proclivity to overpay for artisanal Christmas trees.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Today we're joined by Bread for the World president Eugene Cho to talk about food insecurity, which is a major problem in the U.S. especially this time of year. On the lighter side, the cast covers everything from awkward holiday moments, to haircut protocol, to a gold throne heist, crazy room rentals and more. Plus, at the end you don't want to miss our Ask the Cast: Holiday Edition segment where we help solve your Christmastime conundrums. A word of warning: Don't eat the cheesecake!Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

This week we're joined by worship legend Matt Redman for a fascinating conversation about the state of modern worship, where it's been and where it's going. Plus, we have the week's Slices—which may or may not include a horse getting loose on a plane—and at the end it's our new tradition of debating the best Thanksgiving dishes bracket-style. The winner isn't what you expect.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

On this episode, Transformation Church pastor Mike Todd joins us to discuss how we can overcome trauma and find our true identity in Christ. Plus, we've got the week's RELEVANT Buzz—including Kat Von D's unexpected desire for church and an upcoming Christian movie that actually looks good—and at the end we have your hilarious pitches for new reality TV shows!Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Today we're joined by churchome pastors Judah and Chelsea Smith! We discuss how they've radically changed how they do church over the last few years — and how those changes have a lot to do with finding a new work/life balance (something we can all learn from). Plus, the cast brings the week's always-hilarious Slices, and because it's fall, at the end of the game we test their knowledge on all things pumpkin spice. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Today we’re joined by iconic indie rock band Cold War Kids, who just released a new album! Plus, we’ve got the week's RELEVANT Buzz — including hamster races, roller dancing, AI taking over our jobs and more — and your feedback on Jesse’s Common Sense Party platform!Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Today we're joined by 'Big Brother' host and anchor Julie Chen Moonves! She has a new memoir out detailing her faith conversion — it's a fascinating conversation. Plus, the cast brings Slices and at the end of the show we have a fall edition of Epic Battle!Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Today we're joined by LA-based worship collective Mosaic MSC. They're making some really interesting new music -- don't miss that convo. Plus, the whole cast is back together now that Derek's home from Dubai, we have the week's RELEVANT Buzz (which includes a surprising conversation about tithing), and Jesse comes up with a plan for a brilliant new political platform. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Today we're joined by pastor and author Chad Veach, who brings a paradigm-shifting message about prayer. Plus, the crew brings some hilarious slices, Jesse gets his sports dream of being a mascot thwarted at the last minute (because of the show), and at the end we have a game about seasonal church signs — asking did a church write the pun, or AI? Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Our guest today is singer-songwriter Ellie Holcomb! She’s gearing up for a tour with her husband Drew Holcomb (and the Neighbors) — who were featured in our latest magazine issue. Go read it. We talk about her keys for healthy relationships, her new project and a lot more. Plus, we have the week's RELEVANT Buzz, and the cast — which features a return of Social Club Misfits' Marty — tackles your feedback at the end. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy