The RELEVANT Podcast

This week, singer-songwriter Mat Kearney joins us to discuss the songs that changed his life. We also talk with author, speaker and pastor Erwin McManus about how to live life without regrets—or fear of the future.The gang also discusses Will Ferrell and Molly Shannon’s Rose Parade stunt, Justin Bieber’s Jesus art, a dangerously cheap all-you-can-eat pancake deal and a lot more! 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

This week, we take a look back at some of our favorite interviews of 2017. We hear from Ira Glass, Lecrae, Beth Moore, Damon Lindelof, Jen Hatmaker, listen to in-studio performances from Kim Walker-Smith, Brady Toops, Cody Carnes and a lot more!Thanks for a great year, we can’t wait to show you what we have in store in 2018! 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

This week, podcaster, speaker and author Annie F. Downs co-hosts and worship duo Bryan and Katie Torwalt join us to rank the best Christmas songs of all time.The gang also discusses the upcoming office reboot, the best movies of 2017, the new Christmas album from Chance the Rapper, get an update from Carman, and a lot more! 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

This week, we talk with black-ish star and co-creator Anthony Anderson about his faith and how the hit show is able to tackle social issues with humor—and poignancy. We also play a brand-new Christmas-themed game to get you in the holiday spirit.The gang also calls Science Mike for a very creepy update about a newly found object in our galaxy, discusses Netflix spying on its customers, debates the merits of Christmas traditions and a lot more! 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

This week, singer-songwriter and worship leader Cody Carnes stops by for an exclusive, live performance from the RELEVANT studios.The gang also discusses the new film The Problem with Apu, the return of House of Cards, T.D. Jakes’ fight against the modern slave trade and a lot more! 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

This week, writer, teacher and speaker Beth Moore joins us to talk about why she is speaking out against Christians who ignore allegations against powerful people. She also warns against the embrace of a toxic political environment and explains why morals shouldn’t be compromised for power. 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

This week, “Science Mike” McHargue joins us for the whole show and a special, very science-y edition of slices.We also talk with author and thinker Father Richard Rohr about how to overcome doubts and the indie-folk duo The Gray Havens stops by for a special in-studio live performance. It’s a packed show! 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

This week, ZOE Church pastor and author of the new book Faith Forward Future, Chad Veach, joins us to talk about how to find your calling even when your life isn’t going as planned. We also play a brand-new movie-themed game, “Rotten Tomato, Rotten Tomahto.”The gang also talks about the new prank from “Cards Against Humanity,” the upcoming Lord of the Rings series, some ingenious marketing campaigns and a lot more! 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

This week, we talk with author and activist Katie Davis Majors about moving to Uganda, adopting 14 children and her ministry that cares for families in the country, Amazima. We also talk with the indie band Joseph about what goes into their infectious brand of folk-inspired pop.We also discuss Kendrick Lamar’s recent collaboration with U2 and the Papa John’s-DiGiorno pizza feud, hear a clip from Bon Iver’s one-person concert and a lot more! 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

This week, we’re joined by Hillsong NYC pastor and author of the new book Own the Moment, Carl Lentz, who discusses his critics and why every Christian can make an impact in their world. Indie folk duo The Welcome Wagon also joins us to talk about the songs that changed their lives. The gang also discusses a disconcerting new announcement from Southwest Airlines, Mark Wahlberg’s spiritual awakening and a lot more! 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