The RELEVANT Podcast

This week we're joined by worship leader Mack Brock, who tells us about his new album and the unique challenge of being creative during a pandemic. And we're also joined for the whole show by rapper and producer Andy Mineo! We of course put him on the hot seat with a bunch of awkward table topics questions, which you don't want to miss. Plus we have RELEVANT News, RELEVANT Recommends and everyone's favorite new segment, "What's Jesse Thinking?"--- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/appSupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/relevant-podcast/support Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/relevantpodcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

To kick off Black History Month, we have a special roundtable conversation with artist/activist Propaganda, as well as our very own Derek Minor. It's something everyone needs to hear. Plus, we have slices, 10 minutes about dogs and your feedback. (This episode description doesn't do it justice.) Don't miss it!--- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/appSupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/relevant-podcast/support Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/relevantpodcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Today we're joined by one of our favorite duos, Johnnyswim. Not only do Abner and Amanda Ramirez make incredible music, now they're going to be TV stars too, with two new shows on the upcoming Magnolia Network. They tell us about the shows and what it was like to film them, why they’re so desperate to reclaim Christianity from its cultural trappings and how to stay creative, productive and healthy even while working from home. Don't miss it. Plus, we have RELEVANT News, RELEVANT Recommends and our new segment, What's Jesse Thinking?--- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/appSupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/relevant-podcast/support Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/relevantpodcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Today, we have singer and songwriter Thad Cockrell, who is playing on Jimmy Fallon's 'Tonight Show' tonight following an absolutely wild discovery experience — you won’t want to miss the story that happened to the Leagues frontman. Plus, Derek accidentally breaks a stress ball (seriously, how is that possible?), the crew brings Slices and your hilarious feedback. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/appSupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/relevant-podcast/support Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/relevantpodcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

There was a big change in American politics this week, so to help us sort it all out, we have author, preacher and the president of the Ethics and Religious Liberty Commission, Dr. Russell Moore. We discuss how the Church can rise above divisiveness and a lot more. Plus we have our new Friday segments — RELEVANT News, our RELEVANT Recommends pick, and, of course, What’s Jesse Thinking? Don't miss it!--- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/appSupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/relevant-podcast/support Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/relevantpodcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Talk about a timely episode — pastor Derwin Gray brings an encouraging but challenging word for the important moment we're in with politics, faith and conflict. We also have Slices, a conversation about mental health in these crazy news cycles, your feedback and some funny stuff happens — but for real, the Derwin Gray conversation is worth the price of admission. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/appSupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/relevant-podcast/support Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/relevantpodcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Today we're joined by one of the most influential filmmakers in Hollywood, Paul Greengrass. He's behind countless huge movies (like the Bourne films), and talks to us about his latest release, the Tom Hanks hit News of the World. We also have RELEVANT News, which tackles the troubling recent surge in federal executions, this week's RELEVANT Recommends, and on a lighter note, the second installment of our new segment, "What's Jesse Thinking?" Of course, it has to do with the CIA and aliens.--- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/appSupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/relevant-podcast/support Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/relevantpodcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

It's a wild time right now — the perfect time for a completely political drama-free episode! Youth pastor-turned-comedian Dustin Nickerson joins us to talk about his new Amazon special and more. Plus, author Kristen Howerton joins us once again for the whole episode, and we have Slices covering the David Hasselhoff auction, a big TV cancellation and the Hilaria Baldwin controversy. And don't miss the hilarious feedback segment!--- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/appSupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/relevant-podcast/support Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/relevantpodcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Today's show is stacked! We have the team behind Pixar's newest hit movie, 'Soul' — co-director Pete Docter (who's also Pixar's chief creative officer and behind 'Up,' 'Inside Out' and others) and producer Dana Murray. It's a fascinating conversation about the film and the steps Pixar takes to create unforgettable movies. We also have the final installment of our wellness series, talking health and exercise during quarantine with none other than Lecrae. Plus, author Kristen Howerton sits in for the whole show, we have a revamped RELEVANT News, and we introduce two new segments: RELEVANT Recommends and What's Jesse Thinking? We said it was stacked!--- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/appSupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/relevant-podcast/support Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/relevantpodcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

To kick off 2021, we're joined by pastor and author Levi Lusko. We talk about finding peace in difficult times, navigating relationships in a time of deep division and how 2021 can look different than 2020 did. Plus, we tell you about the brand new issue of RELEVANT, featuring Pharrell (and a lot more!), the cast brings slices and we have your feedback. And did we mention Jesse's not feeling great and Derek might have to carry him? That happens too.--- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/appSupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/relevant-podcast/support Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/relevantpodcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy