Revival Town Podcast: Recent Episodes
Andy King & Chuck Tate
A lighthearted podcast that highlights people + movements around the globe who are making a difference.
EP 194: Get ready for an extra special episode of Revival Town Podcast as we celebrate Father's Day with a lot of laughs, heartwarming stories, and our beloved "Tate and His Mate" segment! Join hosts Andy King and Chuck Tate as they share hilarious and touching tales about fatherhood, offering a mix of humor and inspiration that will leave you smiling. Whether you're a dad, have a dad, or just love great stories, this episode is packed with fun and heartfelt moments you won't want to miss.
EP 193: In this powerful episode of Revival Town Podcast, we delve into the heart-wrenching story of Mica Miller, whose tragic death has captured international attention. We explore the complex and troubling dynamics of her relationship with estranged husband JP Miller, examining the questionable behaviors and circumstances surrounding her passing.
Join us as we navigate through the shadows of tragedy, discuss the critical importance of mental health awareness, and uncover the broader societal implications of this heartbreaking case. Tune in for an eye-opening conversation that seeks to bring light and understanding to a deeply somber narrative.
EP 192: In this special replay episode, join Andy and Chuck (aka Tate and His Mate) for a fresh and fun new intro and outro as they revisit one of our most fascinating conversations to date with Jim Powell. Jim is a pastor, author, and leader of leaders, and in this episode, he dives deep into the world of artificial intelligence and ChatGPT.
Jim explains how AI, particularly ChatGPT, is poised to transform our lives in ways similar to the Internet and smartphones. He breaks down how AI works, its implications for the Church, and why it's something we all need to pay attention to. This episode is not just informative but also packed with laughter and fun moments, as Andy and Chuck ensure that learning about AI is an enjoyable experience.
Sit back, relax, and get ready to learn…and laugh. This is one replay you won't want to miss!
EP 191: In this empowering and informative episode, we welcome Sarah Siegand, co-founder of Parents Who Fight. Sarah and her husband, Jesse, started this initiative in 2015 to raise awareness about the online dangers kids face. With over 25 years of marriage and two teenage boys, their journey began when they learned about classmates accessing inappropriate content and owning smartphones at a young age. Fueled by knowledge from a national conference and their passion to protect children, they launched Parents Who Fight, providing resources and workshops to educate parents on monitoring social media, teaching cyber wisdom, and setting online boundaries. Tune in to hear Sarah's insights and practical tips to safeguard your children's futures.
EP 190: Join us for this inspiring episode as we sit down with recording artist Jessica Dalla Torre from Johannesburg, South Africa. Jessica opens up about her journey of faith, sharing the challenges and triumphs that have shaped her music career. Dive into the heart of her story and get an exclusive preview of her latest single from her upcoming EP. Don’t miss this heartfelt conversation that blends personal testimony with the anticipation of new music from one of South Africa's rising worship artists.
EP 189: We are thrilled to welcome back Billy Hallowell to this week's episode of Revival Town. As a seasoned CBN News anchor and correspondent, Billy brings a wealth of experience from the front lines of faith and culture reporting. With over 14,000 articles penned and countless interviews with celebrities and prominent figures under his belt, Billy has a unique perspective on the intersection of faith, culture, and politics.
In this engaging conversation, Billy shares insightful commentary on the current state of our nation's culture and pressing current events. He explores the challenges believers face in today's increasingly hostile world and discusses the importance of steadfastness in faith amidst societal pressures.
EP 188: Join us this week on Revival Town as we sit down with Joshua Broome, whose life journey is nothing short of miraculous. Formerly one of the top adult film stars, Joshua experienced the heights of worldly success but was left grappling with a profound emptiness. His transition from the film industry to a life dedicated to faith and family is a compelling tale of redemption and transformation.
In this episode, Joshua shares his powerful story of how a seemingly chance encounter led to a dramatic shift in his path, turning him from a porn star to a preacher. Hear how his experiences have shaped his understanding of truth and deception, as detailed in his new book, "7 Lies That Will Ruin Your Life -- What My Journey from Porn Star to Preacher Taught Me About the Truth That Sets Us Free."
EP 187: In this special episode, Andy and Chuck welcome Revival Town podcast super fan Susan Wudtke, who has watched and listened to every one of the 186 episodes and has even contributed British words for their popular 'Tate and His Mate' segment. Tune in for a delightful conversation where Susan shares her favorite moments and guests from the podcast's history. As RTP closes in on 100,000 downloads, don’t miss this heartwarming celebration of community and podcast milestones!
EP 186: Join us for an inspiring episode featuring Katrine Franzen, Director of Peoria Royal Family Kids Camp (RFK). Katrine shares her passionate work with RFK, a transformative summer camp designed for children in foster care, emphasizing the creation of life-changing moments for over 1,287 children in the Tri-County area of central Illinois. Discover how these camps across the US and internationally strive to make each child feel valued, loved, and special, despite their challenging backgrounds. Tune in for a moving discussion on the power of compassion and support in nurturing the potential of vulnerable children.
EP 185: In this compelling episode of the Revival Town Podcast, we welcome Dr. Mike Hutchings, President of the God Heals PTSD Foundation, who shares his profound insights on overcoming trauma, anxiety, and PTSD. With a heartfelt commitment to healing and empowerment, Dr. Mike discusses his global ministry efforts, the impactful teachings from his book Supernatural Freedom from the Captivity of Trauma, and offers guidance to those suffering from church hurt. This episode is not just a conversation; it's a journey towards healing, culminating in a powerful prayer led by Dr. Mike, offering hope and strength to all who are struggling. Join us for an episode filled with compassion, wisdom, and the potential for transformative healing.
EP 184: In this special episode, we're thrilled to host the soul-stirring trio behind the up-and-coming Contemporary Christian Music sensation, Consumed By Fire. Join us as Chuck and Andy invite Caleb, Jordan, and Josh Ward into the cozy confines of the Dream Center Peoria studio for an unforgettable conversation. Hailing from the heartland of Oklahoma, these three brothers are not just bound by blood, but by a divine calling that has set their lives on fire in the most extraordinary way. Consumed By Fire is on a mission to spread God's grace through their music far and wide.
As we dive deep into their ongoing First Things First tour, we uncover the layers of their heartwarming story, one that's punctuated by laughter, tears, and moments of profound revelation. From their early days to the pivotal moments that defined their path, the Ward brothers share it all, offering listeners a rare glimpse into the trials, triumphs, and testimonies that fuel their journey.
EP 183: In this lively and laughter-filled episode of the Revival Town Podcast, we welcome Drew Dyck, an esteemed editor at Moody Publishers and former managing editor of Leadership Journal. Drew's engaging work has captured the attention of readers across platforms like Christianity Today, Relevant, and CNN.com.
He's not just a prolific author with titles such as "Your Future Self Will Thank You: Secrets to Self-Control from the Bible and Brain Science" under his belt, but also the mind behind the inspiring new release, "Just Show Up: How Small Acts of Faithfulness Change Everything."
EP 182: In this special episode, Andy and Chuck embark on a deep dive into the essence of team culture. They explore the foundational elements that forge a cohesive and thriving environment, whether in a nonprofit organization or a business setting. The discussion begins with the significance of mission statements as the guiding star for any team, illuminating the path forward. From there, Andy and Chuck delve into the core values that serve as the bedrock of team identity, shaping behaviors and decision-making. The conversation also covers the crucial role of vision in inspiring and aligning team members towards a common goal. Moreover, they highlight the importance of effective communication as the lifeline that connects and energizes the team, ensuring everyone is moving in the same direction.
This episode is packed with insightful strategies and real-life examples, making it a must-listen for leaders looking to cultivate a strong team culture.
EP 181: In this captivating episode, we're joined by the Honorable Angela Williams, a beacon of inspiration whose life story embodies transformation and purpose. As a wife, mother, author, public speaker, philanthropist, and the esteemed daughter of a British Lord, Angela brings a wealth of experience from one of England's most affluent families. She's not only the co-host of the Gold Digger's Podcast, a successful and inspiring show in Australia about finding gold in everyone, but she's also the author of the compelling biography 'Extravagant Life to Extravagant Love'. In her book, Angela shares her riveting journey between two worlds of extreme opposites and reveals how she discovered her divine purpose in the most unexpected places. Beyond her literary achievements, Angela also shares insights into her upcoming TV project, Human Kind, set to launch later this year.
EP 180: Welcome to a special episode of the Revival Town Podcast, where hosts Andy and Chuck dive deep into the heart of writing. Whether it's a burning story waiting to be told or a lingering idea that you can't shake off, this episode is your gateway to bringing that book inside of you to life. ‘Tate and his mate’ cover essential topics like the mechanics of writing, securing a literary agent who believes in your vision, and carving out time from your busy schedule to produce a 53,000-word manuscript. So, if you've ever dreamed of seeing your name on the cover of a book, or if you're seeking that final nudge to start your writing adventure, you won’t want to miss this extra fun episode. Get ready to be motivated, educated, and perhaps, a step closer to authorship.
EP 179: In this moving episode, we are honored to welcome Jami Kaeb, the visionary Executive Director of The Forgotten Initiative. Dive deep into the heart of foster care with Jami and discover the critical need for loving homes through her lens. As a mother to seven children, five of whom found their forever home with Jami and her husband Clint through adoption, her story is nothing short of inspiring.
Jami opens up about her personal journey, sharing the highs and lows that come with fostering and adoption. Her passion for connecting local churches with foster care agencies shines through as she talks about the transformative work of The Forgotten Initiative. You might want to grab a tissue for this emotional conversation that's filled with powerful, real-life stories that highlight the organization's incredible impact on the lives of foster children and their caregivers.
EP 178: In this inspiring episode, we're joined by Aubrey Schlackman, the visionary leader behind Blue Haven Ranch—a remarkable nonprofit nestled in the heart of North Texas. Blue Haven Ranch isn't just a place; it's a sanctuary that offers a supportive community, gospel discipleship, and innovative farm therapy for single pregnant mothers and their children facing challenging circumstances.
Dive deep into this conversation as Aubrey recounts the divine moment that sparked a heartfelt initiative to support young single pregnant mothers. Discover how this dream was nurtured and grew into a thriving 4-acre farm that serves as a beacon of hope and transformation.
EP 177: In this compelling episode of Revival Town Podcast, we are honored to welcome Zach Meerkreebs, the esteemed Pastor in Residence at Asbury University. Zach shares a heartfelt and inspiring account of his own spiritual journey, emphasizing the transformative night that sparked the Asbury Revival. With profound humility and a passionate heart, he recounts the moment he delivered a short but powerful message from Romans 12, leading to an unexpected and divine awakening in Wilmore, Kentucky.
While the Asbury Revival attracted thousands from around the world over 16 days, this episode is not just a story of revival; it's an invitation to experience a deeper connection with Jesus and to open ourselves to the life He offers.
EP 176: Dive into the heart of central Illinois on the next episode of the Revival Town Podcast, where we're thrilled to feature Phil Luciano, a journalistic stalwart who has chronicled the region's stories for 35 years. Phil, who now lends his expertise to WTVP, the PBS station in Peoria, captivates audiences on the news-feature show "You Gotta See This!" and sparks thoughtful discussions on "At Issue." With a rich history of uncovering and sharing the narratives that shape our community, Phil offers a unique glimpse into the life of an award-winning journalist dedicated to bringing local stories to light. In this episode, Phil also shares a deeply personal story of his journey to faith, illuminating how his spiritual awakening has influenced his work. Join us as we explore the depth of central Illinois through the perspective of one of its most seasoned storytellers, understanding how faith and sharing stories about people intertwine to reveal the soul of a community.
EP 175: We are thrilled to be joined by Natalie Runion, a beacon of inspiration for those navigating their faith and leadership within the church. As an author, speaker, worship leader, songwriter, and the visionary founder of Raised to Stay, Natalie brings a wealth of experience to individuals raised in the church, guiding them toward finding their own healing, calling, and voice in church leadership.
Diving deep into her journey and the core message of her bestselling book, 'Raised to Stay: Persevering in Ministry When You Have a Million Reasons to Walk Away,' Natalie shares her personal experiences and the wisdom she’s gained in her quest to encourage perseverance in ministry. She delves into the challenges and triumphs faced by those committed to their faith and roles within the church, despite the hurdles.
Whether you're a long-time leader in your church, grappling with your place within it, or simply seeking inspiration to overcome challenges in your life, Natalie’s message of resilience and faith is one you don’t want to miss.
EP 174: In this profoundly moving episode of Revival Town, we have the honor of hosting Laura Lynn Hughes, the author of "Choose Zoe: A Story of Unplanned Parenthood and The Case for Life." Laura, a passionate advocate for human rights and a beacon of hope for child survivors of online sexual exploitation, shares her journey and the impactful messages from her book. As a renowned Sanctity of Human Life speaker and a respected figure on platforms like the Eric Metaxas Show, Focus on the Family, and The 700 Club, Laura offers deep insights into the complexities and triumphs of unplanned parenthood.
EP 173: We're thrilled to welcome back Austin Savage to Revival Town, where he unveils his trio of captivating coffee table books—"101 Affirmations to Give Yourself," "101 Affirmations to Give to Your Team," and "101 Affirmations to Give Someone You Love." This episode promises to be both fun and deeply meaningful, as Austin unpacks the power of affirmations in nurturing self-love and strengthening our connections with others. The founder of Savage Content Collective, Austin brings his expertise in content marketing and brand building to explore how thoughtful, positive affirmations can transform personal and professional relationships.
EP 172: In this enlightening episode, we welcome back the inspiring Elizabeth Urbanowicz to discuss her latest creation—the children's book "What Is Truth?". Elizabeth, known for her passion in developing comparative worldview and apologetics resources for children, takes us on a journey through her new book. She delves into how it aims to nurture young minds into becoming critical thinkers and, above all, lifelong disciples of Jesus. Join us as Elizabeth shares her insights and experiences in creating resources that empower the next generation to question, learn, and grow in their faith.
EP.171: Life Coach and Speaker Pete Hixson returns for a three-Pete (get it?) on RTP to share a very encouraging update on an incredible project he is working on for special needs young adults. He also shares a pretty miraculous story that is directly related to Revival Town Podcast. This emotional and inspirational conversation is the perfect way to begin the new year.
EP.170: In this fun Christmas Day episode, Tate and His Mate show up in Christmas sweaters while RTP friend Dave Jane finds an elf costume and throws it on in the middle of the show. That's right, it's 'two brits and a bloke' in a hilarious Christmas conversation that will leave you in stitches.
EP.169: Bunni Pounds is the founder and president of Christians Engaged, which seeks to awaken, educate, and empower Christians to pray, vote, and engage regularly in efforts to improve the nation’s well-being. Bunni was a political consultant for sixteen years, helping several members of Congress run their campaigns in addition to serving more than thirty federal, state, and county candidates through her firm. In 2018 she ran for Congress herself, becoming the only candidate in the nation endorsed by Vice President Mike Pence during that primary season. During this engaging conversation Bunni During this engaging conversation, Bunni delves into her newly released book, Jesus and Politics: One Woman’s Walk with God in a Mudslinging Profession.
EP.168: Kevin Cooley, a pastor, author, and podcaster, leads Harvest Church in Mobile, Alabama. He is also the founder of a non-profit that rescues children and plants churches in Asia. His passion for helping people discover their destiny is closely tied to his inspiring work in Asia, where he lives out his philosophy of living 'a life that works.' In our uplifting conversation, Kevin not only shares his story and his deep passion for India, but also takes us through the key insights of his new book, The Couch: 7 Sessions with the Counselor.
EP.167: Teresa Whiting is an author, speaker, and podcaster who's passionate about helping women connect God’s word to their everyday lives. As a pastor’s wife and ministry leader of almost 30 years, she has walked with countless women through their real-life struggles. A survivor of childhood sexual abuse, she has experienced God's power to make beauty from ashes. Her ministry is marked by vulnerability, empathy, and compassion while firmly grounded in Biblical truth. In this hope-filled conversation Teresa shares her impactful journey and delves into her new book, Graced: How God Redeems and Restores the Broken.
EP.166: Jud Wilhite is an author, speaker, and the senior pastor of Central Church, a church founded in Las Vegas with more than 12 locations nationally and internationally (plus 11 campuses in prisons). During this engaging episode, Jud shares his personal journey of faith, leadership philosophy, challenges he's faced in ministry, and the importance of community impact. Jud's candid reflections and practical insights offer an inspiring glimpse into the transformative power of the Gospel.
EP. 165: In this fun episode, Andy & Chuck talk briefly about Thanksgiving, but then ask each other really random questions. For RTP regular listeners, think of this as an extended version of The Big 3. Get ready to laugh during this lighthearted holiday edition of Revival Town Podcast!
EP.164: Special Edition (Chuck's Trip to DBG Summit) -
In this special edition episode, Andy and Chuck detail Chuck's recent trip to Lakeland, Florida, where he attended an event called DBG Summit. DBG Summit is a gathering of pastors, leaders, and influencers (hosted by RTP alumnus Matt Brown) who are unashamed to use their platform to share the Gospel of Jesus Christ. Every time Tate embarks on a journey, it's guaranteed to be filled with wild and unexpected events. Prepare for a hilarious experience in this entertaining episode!
EP.163: LOVE PEORIA SPECIAL EDITION - Join us for a unique episode of RTP as we broadcast from the vibrant atmosphere of Dream Center Peoria's Love Peoria 2023 gathering. Andy King (Executive Director of DCP) and Chuck Tate engage in an informative and inspirational discussion with DCP's directors. You will be uplifted by the remarkable stories of how these valiant leaders are bringing dignity, compassion, and purpose to families affected by poverty, focusing on children and young people.
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EP.162: Kristin Dreesen serves as the Program Manager at Bob Goff's Love Does Home in the San Diego region, a haven for young mothers and their infants. Beyond providing food aid and resources, the Love Does Home initiative equips these women with vital life skills and fosters a nurturing community where they can truly feel God's boundless love. This podcast episode promises to be an inspiring listen!
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Mary DeMuth, a renowned international speaker, podcaster, and prolific author of almost 50 titles spanning fiction and nonfiction, joins us in this engaging episode. Mary dives deep into her newest work, the '90-Day Bible Reading Challenge.' Discover how this immersive 90-day journey not only enriched her bond with God, bringing newfound joy and insight, but also offers the potential to transform your own spiritual connection with Jesus.
EP.160: This week's guest, John Wieland, remarkably transformed a bankrupt business into one of the world's leading material handling companies, now boasting 1,000 employees. Demonstrating his commitment to community empowerment, John founded the 'His First Foundation' in 2001, where a generous 10% of the company's profit is dedicated to supporting employees' endeavors to strengthen their communities. To date, his company has generously contributed over $30,000,000 to charitable and nonprofit organizations. You will be inspired by John's story.
EP.159: In this compelling episode, delve into the life of Kristy Schofield—a resilient mother and now Dream Center Peoria's Housing Director. From a harrowing tale of living in her car to escape an abusive marriage, with her two young children in tow, to rising as a beacon of hope for many. Dream Center Peoria stands as a testament to community transformation, and Kristy's journey embodies its mission of impacting families living in poverty, starting with kids and youth.
EP.158: Dave Barringer is a pastor, leader, and author from Kalamazoo, Michigan. During this captivating conversation, Dave gets vulnerable as he details his latest book, Speaking from the Shadows: A Pastor's Response to Emotional Darkness. This is a must-listen for anyone dealing with depression, as Dave offers help and hope by sharing his own struggle and triumph.
EP.157: Lori Wilhite returns to Revival Town to unpack her latest book, Philippians: Chasing Happy. You're going to love this conversation as Lori deep dives into the following truth: "The problem isn’t that God doesn’t want us to be happy. The problem is that we’re chasing happy in the wrong things." Grab a cup of coffee and get ready to get happy!
EP.156: In this fun, engaging, and practical episode, licensed therapist, author, and speaker— Jason VanRuler—returns to Revival Town Podcast to unpack his powerful new book 'Get Past Your Past.' Get ready to laugh, learn, and be inspired!
EP.155: In this "summer recap" special edition episode, Tate & His Mate share their favorite RTP summer episodes and take us on their—insert Andy's British accent— "journey" to Soldier Field in Chicago for Tate's first pro soccer experience. If you were a dog, this episode would definitely have you wagging your tail.
EP.154: Jim Powell is a pastor, author, and leader of leaders. This is one of our most fascinating episodes to date as Jim unpacks all things AI (artificial intelligence) ChatGPT, and how he believes it is going to change our lives just like the Internet and smartphones did. He educates us on how AI ChatGPT works and why it's relevant to the Church. Sit back, relax, and get ready to learn...and laugh. Yes, we might've had too much fun on this one!
EP.153: Josiah Kennealy is an author, teacher, pastor, and the founder of YOUNGADULTS.TODAY — a ministry that exists to reach young adults for Christ in our world. Josiah and his wife Michah host the F.Y.I. Podcast—a podcast designed to answer questions young adults are asking—while pointing them to the Word of God and heart of Christ. You're going to love this conversation with Josiah as he shares his story, along with practical ways to create a welcoming environment for young adults and strategies to engage and connect with them
EP.152: Roger Schenck is a husband, father of six, U.S. Coast Guard veteran, and avid Premier League football (soccer) fan that makes our favorite Brit (Andy King) proud.
In this must-listen episode we dive deep into Roger's past as he shares his unique and emotional journey of coming to faith in Jesus—and how a plane crash not only impacted him but ultimately changed his life forever.
EP.151: Heather Thompson Day is an interdenominational speaker, bestselling author, professor, and podcaster. She is the host of Viral Jesus, a new podcast with Christianity Today which charts in the top 200 of all Christian podcasts in the U.S. She is passionate about supporting women, and runs an online community called I’m That Wife which has over 270k followers. In this compelling conversation with Heather, she graciously shares her her personal journey of faith, unpacks her powerful new book I'll See You Tomorrow, and offers insight on how to have relational resilience.
EP.150: Dave Jane is the founding/lead pastor of Connect Church in Washington, Illinois. Dave returns to Revival Town to talk about his exhilarating trip to the top of Mt. Kilimanjaro in Tanzania. You're going love this inspirational (and flat-out hilarious) episode that includes some fun facts about Mission Peoria and the "WHY" behind Dave's climb. Dave graciously sticks around for a special edition of "Tate and his mate(s)!" Sit back, relax, and enjoy this entertaining conversation with our other favorite Brit, Dave Jane.
Revival Town Podcast has partnered with Dream Center Peoria this week for 5 very special edition podcasts featuring Mission Peoria friends! Mission Peoria is a weeklong mission trip designed for youth groups to serve the city of Peoria—and includes "Revival Night" services at the end of each day.
Part 5 (of five) includes highlights from Day 5 and Andy and Chuck's final thoughts of an incredible week!
Revival Town Podcast has partnered with Dream Center Peoria this week for 5 very special edition podcasts featuring Mission Peoria friends! Mission Peoria is a weeklong mission trip designed for youth groups to serve the city of Peoria—and includes "Revival Night" services at the end of each day. Part 4 (of five) includes highlights from Day 4 and a special interview with Nate and Vicky Rollason, RTP fans who joined us in the studio all the way from England!
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Revival Town Podcast has partnered with Dream Center Peoria this week for 5 very special edition podcasts featuring Mission Peoria friends! Mission Peoria is a weeklong mission trip designed for youth groups to serve the city of Peoria—and includes "Revival Night" services at the end of each day.
Part 3 (of five) includes highlights from Day 3 and an interview with John Vanne, a local youth pastor (and chairmen of the board for DCP) who has attended every single Mission Peoria. This episode also includes a hilarious interview with two teenage girls, Liv and Kelli, who share which celebrities Andy and Chuck look like.
LISTEN at Revivaltownpodcast.com/episodes, dreamcenterpeoria.org/podcast, @edifi_app or wherever you listen to your podcasts.
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Revival Town Podcast has partnered with Dream Center Peoria this week for 5 very special edition podcasts featuring Mission Peoria friends! Mission Peoria is a weeklong mission trip designed for youth groups to serve the city of Peoria—and includes "Revival Night" services at the end of each day.
Part 2 (of five) includes highlights from Day 2 and a fun interview with Andy's daughter, Joy King.
Revival Town Podcast has partnered with Dream Center Peoria this week for five very special edition podcasts featuring Mission Peoria friends! Mission Peoria is a weeklong mission trip designed for youth groups to serve the city of Peoria—and includes "Revival Night" services at the end of each day. Part 1 (of five) includes highlights from Day 1 and a fun interview with Andy's cousin, worship leader Sarah Lowe.
EP.144: Jon Rocke is the Executive Director of Peoria Rescue Ministries. Peoria Rescue Ministries is a gospel-centered ministry of mercy that creates pathways out of poverty through Jesus with our neighbors in need. Peoria Rescue Ministries has been serving the poor and those in need since 1955. Through our five areas of ministry, we provide food, shelter, clothing, counseling, pregnancy & parenting services, and renewal programs to the people of Central Illinois. In this fun episode, Jon joined Andy and Chuck in the studio for a conversation about God "playing in Peoria" and how He orchestrated a divine appointment that was the direct result of a prayer than Jon prayed for four years.
EP.143: Brandi Wilson is an author, coach, and speaker who has been in leadership for more than a decade at Leading and Loving It, a non-profit created to empower women to love life and ministry. Brandi has helped plant two churches and is passionate about walking alongside single moms and divorced women as they navigate parenting and life. In this engaging conversation Brandi unpacks her brand new book, Better Than Okay: Finding Hope and Healing After Your Marriage Ends. You will be encouraged as Brandi candidly shares her story and expounds upon the truth that even though the church is full of flawed people, you are safe with God.
EP.142: Lucas Miles is a trusted voice in the American church who has consistently addressed some of the most challenging topics in theology, politics, and culture. He hosts The Epoch Times’ "Church & State with Lucas Miles" which was named the 2023 "Program of the Year" by the National Religious Broadcasters organization. In addition to his newest book, Woke Jesus: The False Messiah Destroying Christianity, Lucas is the author of the best-selling book, The Christian Left: How Liberal Thought Has Hijacked the Church.
In this powerful and thought-provoking conversation, Lucas defines "wokeism" and "Woke Christianity" and reminds us how important it is for Christians to have a biblical worldview. This is a must-listen for every pastor and church leader!
EP.141: Jim Kochenburger is a commercially published author of relationship, marriage, and parenting resources. He's a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist whose passion is to help people build healthy, fulfilling, and loving relationships in all ages and stages of life. In this uplifting conversation, Jim shares some helpful tools for those suffering from trauma and struggling with anxiety. He also unpacks something called The Love Seat Experience, an incredible tool help us "perfect" our love as we practice it toward our spouse. Great stuff!
EP.140: Jennifer Michelle Greenberg is a speaker, music artist, and the author of Not Forsaken: A Story of Life After Abuse: How Faith Brought One Woman from Victim to Survivor. During this moving conversation, Jenn shares how she was abused by her church-going father and how God brought life and hope in the darkest of situations. You will be encouraged as Jenn details how the gospel enables survivors to navigate issues of guilt, forgiveness, love, and value. This is a must-listen for anyone who has been abused.
EP.139: Scott Seynemeier is the senior area director for Young Life in central Illinois. Young Life is a global mission devoted to introducing adolescents to Jesus Christ and helping them grow in their faith. Scott joins Tate and his mate in the studio for a fun and engaging conversation that includes Scott's own faith journey and how he is using his faith to love teenagers to Jesus.
Esther Fedorkevich is a literary and entertainment agent and the founder of The Fedd Agency. With over 80 New York Times bestsellers on her list and twenty years in the industry, she is known for representing faith-based authors, athletes, influencers, politicians, and businesspeople to help them share their inspirational and hope-filled stories with the world. During this uplifting and informative conversation, Esther shares three things that will help you get your book published. This is a must-listen episode for anyone who believes they have a book inside of them!
EP.137: Andy & Chuck (RC25 LIVE Episode) - In this special edition episode, Andy King interviews Chuck Tate before a live studio audience to help celebrate 25 years of RockChurch. Enjoy your front row seat to an unforgettable evening of inspiration and laughter.
EP.136: Jason "OJ” Williams - In this special edition episode, Tate and his mate sit down with their friend, Jason "Oj" Williams. Jason has been an integral part of RockChurch (the church that Chuck pastors) for all 25 years. Besides being a founding member, Jason serves as elder, technical director, and bass player extraordinaire.
He also has a knack for—in his own words—useless knowledge. First there was Google—then there was Oj. Get ready to laugh (perhaps too much) as Andy and Chuck try to stump Oj with off-the-wall technology-related questions. And don't worry, we still pray at the end.
EP.135: Dr. Samuel Kojoglanian, known as the mender of hearts, is an award-winning cardiologist. He has the distinction of being a five-year honoree of the Patients’ Choice Award and Most Compassionate Award, a recognition granted only to 1% of the 900,000 active physicians in America. In 2019, Dr. Sam was named the “Ultimate Cardiologist” and was recognized by the state assembly of California. As a interventional "Cardio-Evangelist", Dr. Sam's bold, practical, and uncompromising ministry is dedicated to healing hearts and mending souls.
This powerful and fast-paced conversation will get your heart rate up as Dr. Sam blasts you with hope and encouragement, while unpacking some practical steps that will help get you healthier physically and spiritually.
EP.134: Alex Murashko is the founder of Media On Mission, a ministry aimed at encouraging journalists and media types who are living out their faith in Jesus Christ. He's also the head writer for Think Eternity, a ministry website dedicated to “powerful faith content to help you live the fulfilled life in Jesus.” Alex is a gifted writer who has more than 30 years in media-related work, including reporting for the Los Angeles Times, and editor and reporter for The Christian Post. In this engaging conversation Alex shares is dynamic story of how he came to Christ after experiencing a failed marriage of less than a year, personal bankruptcy, and a DUI. Get ready to be encouraged!
EP.133 - Mitch McVicker began his vocational musical journey by working with the late, Rich Mullins. Shortly after a car accident that killed Mullins and badly injured Mitch, a song the two penned together, “My Deliverer,” was given the GMA Dove Award for song of the year…all while McVicker was still deep in a lengthy and difficult recovery period. After his recovery, Mitch continued his musical career, which has now spanned over 2400 concerts in 49 states and 13 countries. During this emotional and uplifting conversation, Mitch takes us back to the accident that left him in a coma and took the life of Mullins.
EP.132 - "Tate and his Mate" take a break from their weekly interviews to talk about Chuck's family vacation to Florida and Andy's forthcoming vacation to Oregon and California. Get ready to laugh a lot during this fun special episode.
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EP.131 - Christina Tinielle Onstott is a professional Touring Background Vocalist (currently on tour with Natalie Grant) and is on staff at Crosspoint Church in Nashville. This conversation has all the feels as Christina graciously shares how she cared for her sick mom who was dying of cancer and how God birthed new dreams and opened doors along the way—including sharing the stage with Dolly Parton. You're probably going to laugh, your eyes might get watery, but one thing is for sure—we know you will be encouraged as you listen to our conversation with Christina Onstott.
EP.130 - Debra Fileta returns to Revival Town to unpack her newest book, Reset: Powerful Habits to Own Your Thoughts, Understand Your Feelings, and Change Your Life. Debra is a Licensed Professional Counselor and national speaker specializing in relationship and marital issues as well as mental and emotional health. She is the author of six books and host of the Love + Relationships Podcast. Debra has been featured in multiple magazines and TV outlets and is a prolific writer, with well over 500+ articles and interviews about love, marriage, dating, sex, and relationships. Our conversation with Debra is going to be like drinking from a firehose, so grab some paper and a pen and get ready to take notes that will help you reset!
EP.129 - Steven Snook led a drug organization of 50 men that stretched from Mexico to central Illinois. Many are dead, some did small stretches in prison, but Steven spent 19 years behind bars. During this compelling conversation Steven "gets the preach on" as he passionately details how God rescued him and how God is using him now to share his story and preach the Gospel. Hearing Steven firsthand will leave no doubt why his testimony online has generated close to 3 million views. So grab your favorite drink and get ready to get fired up!
EP.128 - Dr. Sam D. Kim is a Harvard-trained ethicist and the co-founder of 180 Church, located near Union Square in downtown Manhattan. Dr. Kim was appointed as a research fellow in Global Health and Social Medicine at the Center for Bioethics at Harvard Medical School and is part of Harvard Catalyst. He is a also a recipient of the Lifelong Learning Fellowship at Yale Divinity School and Yale Medicine. He is a regular contributor at Christianity Today, YouVersion Bible App, Outreach, and the Billy Graham Center at Wheaton College. In this compelling conversation, Dr. Kim unpacks his riveting new book, A Holy Haunting. This is a must-listen for anyone struggling with their faith as Dr. Kim befriends the doubter, challenges the churchgoer, and gives fresh vision to our earnest questions.
EP.127 - Chad Vegas is the Video Production Director of Transformation Church (led by Pastor Mike Todd) in Tulsa, Oklahoma—and is also a speaker and consultant. His wife, Sarah, is the founder and executive director of Stand 4 Justice Movement, a survivor-led nonprofit that is fighting human trafficking. In this emotional conversation, Chad shares how he ended up on staff at Bethel Church in Redding, California and how God strategically moved him and Sarah to Tulsa. He also details how God miraculously healed him of pneumonia and covid pneumonia and revealed Himself in a powerful way.
EP.126 - Anna Smith is an author and speaker from the UK and is married to singer/songwriter Martin Smith—who is featured in last week's episode and is currently on tour with Cody Carnes and Kari Jobe. Anna is a mother of six and a grandmother. In this engaging episode, Anna shares the challenges and joys being married to a full-time musician and how God remains faithful during life's hardest moments. You're going to love Anna's transparency and heart, so grab your favorite drink and get ready to be encouraged!
EP.125 - We chose this flashback episode to coincide with Martin Smith joining Kari Jobe and Cody Carnes on "The Blessing Tour" West Coast edition. As the front man of his former band Delirious, Martin Smith helped blaze the trail for today's modern worship movement. Even though he played in packed stadiums and arenas, opening for the likes of Bon Jovi and headlining his own global tours, one thing is clear from the get-go of this engaging conversation—Martin Smith wants all focus on Jesus.
*Don't miss next week as we release a brand new episode featuring Martin's wife, Anna!
EP.124 - JD Walt is the president of Seedbed (seedbed.com) and the former Dean of Chapel for Asbury Theological Seminary. This highly respected theologian returns to Revival Town to talk about an actual 'revival town' in Wilmore, Kentucky.
JD details how the Asbury Revival (also knows as the Asbury Awakening or Asbury Outpouring) began and then takes us behind-the-scenes to see how it has been stewarded and led. Grab your Bible and get ready to receive from this very special episode.
EP.123 - We're replaying our extended conversation with Alisa Childers for Flashback February because of its timely nature and relevant subject matter. Alisa graciously shares the sobering story behind her book Another Gospel and she also unpacks her powerful new book—Live Your Truth and Other Lies. Your soul will be encouraged and your faith strengthened as you listen to Alisa share the importance of having a Biblical worldview so you won't be deceived by lies that sound like truth.
EP.122 - In honor of Flashback February and The Chosen's season three finale on the silver screen, we're bringing back our engaging conversation with the lovely Lara Silva. Lara—who plays Simon's wife, Eden—has an extended and emotional role this season. You will hear Lara talk about her faith, moving to America from Brazil, and how she landed her role in The Chosen. Did we mention she originally auditioned for a different character?
EP.121 - For our first edition of Flashback February, we're replaying our captivating conversation with The Chosen creator, director and producer, Dallas Jenkins. In this extended interview Dallas shares his inspirational story of how God multiplied his loaves and fish; He also takes us behind-the-scenes of The Chosen while highlighting an emotional miracle that took place on the set. This episode is just in time to celebrate the theatrical release of the season three finale that rocked the box office.
EP.120 - Joe Buchanan is the station manager of WCIC 91.5 FM in Peoria, Illinois and hosts Behind Our Smiles Podcast with his wife, Tara. Joe's emotional story is filled with overwhelming hardship, pain, suffering and tragedy—but ends with triumph by God's supernatural love and grace. As soon as the microphones and cameras were shut off, Chuck exclaimed to Andy and Joe through misty eyes: "I was not prepared for that story!" Grab some Kleenex and get ready to be touched by this compelling conversation with Joe Buchanan.
EP.119 -Elizabeth Urbanowicz is the founder of Foundation Worldview, where she works full-time on developing comparative worldview and apologetics resources for children. Her goal is to prepare the next generation to be lifelong critical thinkers and, most importantly, lifelong disciples of Jesus. In this engaging conversation Elizabeth discusses why it's important for kids to understand truth and develop a Christian worldview—and why parents need to be intentional about tackling tough issues and teaching kids to read, interpret, and apply Scripture.
EP.118 - Dr. Malachi O'brien (aka Dr. Run) has been running 26.2 miles everyday since October 7, 2022. He's the unofficial Guinness World Record Holder for consecutive marathons by a male and is currently on pace to break the overall record (106 days) soon. In this fun conversation you will hear Malachi's compelling story and why he's an advocate for adoption—and you will be inspired and challenged to run after Jesus with everything that's within you.
EP.117 - Cara Lane is a professional speaker, organizational development consultant, and pastor's wife in Wilton, California. In this fascinating episode Cara unpacks her TEDx talk on Embracing Your Gamer Kid. Cara is the mom of gamers, and she knows from first-hand experience that parenting gamers of today from her "Pac-Man mom" perspective of yesterday isn't easy. This is a must-listen for parents learning how to cooperate, balance and become an ally with kids who love to game, and will grant frustrated parents the relief that comes with knowing peace is possible in a household with gamers. Grab your favorite energy drink and get ready to have some fun with Cara Lane!
EP.116 - Jason and Tiffany Shirley pastor in Carlsbad, New Mexico. In this encouraging episode Jason and Tiffany share their powerful testimony of how God miraculously healed Tiffany of cancer. This is a must-listen episode for anyone who's going through a difficult season. Jason and Tiffany's emotional Holy Spirit-filled story is going to build your faith and minister to your heart!
EP.115 -Rob Fultz is the campus pastor at Lee University in Cleveland, Tennessee and one of the hosts of The Leadership Drip Podcast — Coffee & conversations for leaders reaching the next generation. Rob has interviewed leaders like John Bevere, Beth Moore, Derwin Gray, Chad Veach, Chris Brown, Natalie Runion, Candace Payne, Chris Hodges, Laney Rene, Daniel Fusco, and so many more. In this fun and engaging conversation Rob share his story of how he came to Jesus and why he's passionate about coffee and reaching Generation Z with the Gospel. Sit back, relax, grab your favorite coffee, and enjoy our interview with Rob Fultz.
EP.114 - In this special Christmas episode, Andy & Chuck share their most memorable Christmas stories while asking each other fun Christmas related questions that will have you in stitches. Grab some egg nog or your favorite Christmas drink and get ready to laugh...a lot.
EP.113 - Returning guest, Dr. Clem Ferris, has traveled nationally and internationally for over 30 years equipping believers through a strong combination of teaching and prophetic ministry—and currently serves on the oversight teams of ten churches, including Grace Church in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. In this engaging conversation Clem unpacks his latest book Stewarding Prophecy—Waging Warfare with God’s Words. Clem also graciously shares three common denominators of churches who are thriving post covid. Sit back, relax, grab a cup of coffee or tea (or cough syrup if you want to be like Andy & Chuck) and enjoy this fun interview with Clem Ferris.
EP.112 -Worship leader Stephen McWhirter returns to Revival Town Podcast to talk about something miraculous that has happened over the last two months on TikTok, as he has witnessed more than 11,000 people come to Christ during his daily TikTok LIVE worship encounters. Stephen also shares his powerful testimony of how God radically transformed him from meth addict to worship leader almost overnight. You're going to be inspired by Stephen's story and you just might stand up and cheer when you hear about all that God is doing in such an unexpected harvest field.
EP.111 - Larry Brey is a pastor at Elevation Church in Charlotte, North Carolina and one of the founding families that planted Elevation Church alongside Pastor Steven Furtick in 2006. Larry, who goes by LB, leads a monthly Zoom call for pastors, church leaders, and those who lead people in any capacity called Leading with LB. You will be captivated by LB's emotional story of how he came to Christ and learn what it's like to drive the culture of ministry at one of the largest churches in the country.
EP.110 -Jeff Henderson is an entrepreneur, speaker, pastor, and business leader. For 17 years, he has led three of North Point Ministries' multisite locations in Atlanta and also helped launch North Point Online, which now reaches over 200,000 people. His bestselling book, Know What You're FOR, launched a movement in nonprofits around the world and has become a focal point for many businesses. Jeff was recently named by Forbes Magazine as one of twenty speakers you shouldn't miss. Prior to working as a pastor, Jeff started his career in marketing with the Atlanta Braves and Chick-fil-A, Inc., where he led the company's regional and beverage marketing strategies. You're going to love our conversation with Jeff as he shares his story and unpacks his brand new book, a timely and helpful gem called What To Do Next.
EP.109 - Sammy Lopez is a pastor, author, and national speaker for "I Am Second" — a U.S. multimedia movement and not-for-profit organization that is designed to inspire people to "put Jesus Christ first" in their lives. During this inspirational conversation you will hear Sammy's compelling story of how he was born into a family of pastors—and how the Holy Spirit captured his heart after he continually exclaimed adamantly that he would never ever become a pastor. You're going to love Sammy's passion for Jesus and His church. If we had to give this episode a title it would simply be, "Never Say Never!" Grab a coffee and get ready to be blasted with hope.
EP.108 - Dylan Jarvis an authentic singer/songwriter with a a bold voice born from the gritty streets of Memphis. Dylan spent his teenage years around drugs and alcohol and fell into hardcore addiction. This led him down a really dark path that landed him in jail. While in jail, Dylan trusted his faith in God and began writing songs about his journey. His fellow inmates nicknamed him “Songbird,” which he now proudly displays in tattoo ink on his knuckles. Six months later God went to work again and Dylan was released on probation, attended bible school, and became an ordained minister. You are going to love our conversation with this up-and-coming country musician and we know you will be inspired by his powerful story of redemption and hope. Did we mention he used to ride bulls? Grab your favorite drink and buckle up for this must listen episode!
EP.107 -John King has been pastoring and ministering to people for 53 years and recently retired from Riverside Community Church, a thriving congregation in central Illinois that he founded in 2000. Pastor King is also the founder of Dream Center Peoria, a faith-based not-for-profit organization located in downtown Peoria who's mission is to impact families living in poverty, starting with kids and youth. In this special episode, Andy King (John's son) and Chuck (Tate) interview John in front of a live audience at an event called Love Peoria about how the vision of DCP was birthed and how it has personally impacted him over the last 20 years.
EP.106 - Scott Free is the founder of City Takers, an organization that is raising up urban missionaries that transform cities through hip hop, love, and Jesus. He is also the pastor of Crossover Church in Atlanta and can currently be seen on tour with Maverick City. During this captivating episode you will hear Scott's powerful testimony and how he recently took Maverick City and Brandon Lake behind bars to preach the gospel to inmates. You will also learn the story behind the popular worship song Good Good Father. You're going to absolutely love our conversation with Scott Free.
EP.105 - Carlos Whittaker is a People’s Choice Award winner, a former recording artist signed to a major label, a social media maven, and currently spends the majority of his time writing books and speaking on stages around the world. Carlos has made appearances on shows like CBS Early Morning and The Today Show and his popular podcast (Human Hope with Carlos Whittaker) is exploding! Get ready to be encouraged and motivated because the Hope Dealer himself is in the house.
EP.104 - Returning guest Nykole Jackson is an ER Nurse, modern day abolitionist, and the co-host for the Walk For Freedom in Peoria IL, a global movement sponsored by Christine Caine's A21—promoting advocacy and awareness, with the goal of abolishing human trafficking. Joining Nykole today is her 11 year-old son and RTP "super fan" Tripp. We promise you will be inspired...and laugh a lot. Grab a coffee or Monster and get ready to have a blast!
EP.103 - Yuriy Boyechko is the founder and president of Hope For Ukraine Inc, a non-profit founded in 2016 that serves individuals and families of the poorest communities in the Ukraine. Hope For Ukraine was founded with the goal to raise awareness for voices not heard in Ukraine—especially children affected by HIV and AIDS. Providing medical care for children with disabilities as well as food and clothing for families that live in extreme poverty is a lifetime commitment for Yuriy and his wife Tatyana. In this compelling interview, Yuriy, who has been featured on CNN and Fox News—sheds significant light on the current Ukraine-Russia conflict and shares what we can do to help.
EP.102 - Jon Groves is a pastor, preacher, and missionary to Generation Z and the local church. His passion is helping Christians walk in the Word and reach their neighbors. After spending the last year living in a motorhome with his family while preaching in 45 cities throughout the United States, Jon and his wife Alivia are getting ready to plant Honor Church in Nashville, Tennessee. In this power-packed episode, Jon talks about the manifest presence of God and shares three common denominators of successful churches—and yes, he clearly defines what successful should look like. So grab a coffee and get ready to be inspired by our conversation with Jon Groves.
EP.101 - Gary Snowzell lives in Herefordshire, UK with his wife Heather. He is the father of 5 sons and the senior pastor of Freedom Church, a global church planting movement. With over 30 years of ministry, one thing is clear—Gary is passionate about people, the local church, and spreading the gospel across the nations. During this dynamic conversation Gary unpacks his book Firestarters: Ignite the Faith within You, resilience in ministry, and several DNA's within the church he leads—including something called Live Full Die Empty. And stick around until the end with more fun from Tate and his mate.
EP.100 - We embarked on a journey (make sure you read that with Andy's British accent) almost two years ago to highlight people and movements who are making a difference around the globe. Mission accomplished. Now thanks to our remarkable guests (yes, we included ALL of you in this post) and YOU (our listeners), Revival Town Podcast was recently recognized by The Christian Post as one of the best 8 Christian podcasts to listen to. In this special edition episode, Tate and his mate share highlights of some of their favorite moments. As always, there are plenty of laughs and a heaping of hope.
EP.99 - Samuel Deuth is a pastor, author, and speaker whose life and ministry focuses on strengthening, encouraging, and equipping The Church through discipleship resources, church leadership coaching, and ministering with a prophetic edge. Samuel and his wife Katie are campus pastors at Awaken Church in San Diego, which is led by Jurgen & Leanne Matthesius. You will be captivated and inspired by Samuel's passion for Jesus, the gospel, and the local church.
EP.98 - Jodi Rosser is an author, podcaster, and speaker who serves a steadily growing audience through her podcast, Depth, and her blog, Heartbreak to Strength. Having walked through multiple heartbreaks (miscarriage, divorce, and cancer), Jodi now inspires people to grow deeper in their faith and to find hope, joy, and purpose through their unexpected storms. For ten years she served in children’s ministry and women’s leadership at Saddleback Church in Orange County, California. You will be inspired by our conversation with Jodi as she shares her story and unpacks her just released book, Depth: Growing Through Heartbreak to Strength.
EP.97 - Keith Robinson is a published author, speaker, organizational leadership coach, and staffing consultant. Over the last twenty years, Keith Robinson has served as a creative and visionary leader for churches and nonprofits. He draws from a deep well of leadership experiences and frequently contributes as a writer and speaker on some of the most pressing issues facing churches and organizations today. As an Associate for Communications at Slingshot Group and the owner of an executive coaching practice, Keith loves coming alongside churches and nonprofits to help build remarkable teams. Keith resides in Southern California with his wife, Samantha, and their two sons — Joel and Jude. The highlight of this episode is Keith's remarkable and emotional story of how he came to Christ (and get ready because his story ends with a surprising, but cool twist). Did we mention he recently jumped out of an airplane?! Let’s goooooo!
EP.96 - Josh Andrew is a leader, pastor, entrepreneur, and podcaster who lives in Omaha, Nebraska with his wife Lexi. Josh is the author of What's the Point and is a content creator/partner for YouVersion Bible App. In this fun episode, Josh shares his story of coming to Christ, talks about Generation Z and social media, and discusses creativity in the church and the lifestyle of Jesus. If you're a young creative, this episode is especially for you!
EP.95 - Alisa Childers is a wife, mom, podcaster, blogger, speaker, worship leader, and author of books Another Gospel and her forthcoming Live Your Truth...and Other Lies. She was a member of the award-winning CCM recording group ZOEgirl and she is currently a respected speaker at apologetics and Christian worldview conferences, as well as the host of her popular YouTube channel. In Part 2 of this this two-part podcast, Alisa continues her compelling story while sharing the importance of having a Biblical worldview, and she graciously shares the names of a few "wolves in sheep's clothing" to avoid so we won't be deceived by lies that sound like truth.
EP.94 - Alisa Childers is a wife, mom, podcaster, blogger, speaker, worship leader, and author of books Another Gospel and her forthcoming Live Your Truth...and Other Lies. She was a member of the award-winning CCM recording group ZOEgirl and she is currently a respected speaker at apologetics and Christian worldview conferences, as well as the host of her popular YouTube channel. In Part 1 of this this two-part podcast, Alisa Childers dives into her riveting story of navigating a Bible study at her church led by a pastor who announced that he was a 'hopeful agnostic'.
Adam Weber is the lead pastor and founder of Embrace Church in Sioux Falls, SD. He's the author of books Talking With God and Love Has a Name, and the host of an incredible podcast called The Conversation. And speaking of conversations, you're going to love ours with Adam as he shares his story and his passion for the local church. Did we mention he made worldwide news when a turkey vulture fell out of the sky and landed on his back porch? You have to hear it to believe it! So sit back and relax and enjoy our conversation with Adam Weber.
Frank Shelton, Jr. spent two decades on capitol hill before leaving politics behind to preach the Gospel across the globe...including preaching to over 118,000 at Nelson Mandela National Soccer Stadium in Uganda, Africa. Frank is an evangelist and author whose television program 'By Faith with Frank Shelton' airs weekly to over 250 Million homes across America, Europe, and Africa. Frank previously served the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association and Franklin Graham's Decision American Tour and has also been featured on Fox News and Hannity. You're going to love Frank's passion to reach people with the Gospel. *Make sure you listen beyond the interview for this week's hilarious bit of "Tate and his mate."
Stephen McWhirter is a worship leader, producer, and songwriter who has witnessed thousands of people come to Christ through his powerful testimony of how God radically transformed him from meth addict to worship leader. Stephen and Jason Clayborn (Dove Award winner, Grammy nominee) have collaborated on several music projects including the Christmas single, Born A King, which was featured on The Chosen TV series Christmas Special (alongside such artists as Chris Tomlin, For King and Country, and Hillsong United). Stephen and Jason recently released their newest song, Rapha. You will be inspired by Stephen's story and encouraged by his resounding message that God is good. Chuck and Andy share their crazy stories that will have you laughing out loud!
EP.90 - After making her on-screen debut in 2016, Lara Silva got her big break in 2019 when she was cast as Eden in the smash-hit TV series The Chosen. During this engaging episode Lara talks about moving to America from Brazil, her faith, football (aka soccer), and how she landed her role in The Chosen. Did we mention she originally auditioned for a different character? You will love Lara's sweet spirit as she takes us behind the scenes and gives us a sneak peek at season three. Obviously, this is a must-listen episode for fans of The Chosen.
S5 EP.18 - After years of working in the financial industry, Eric Nevins launched his podcast, Halfway There, to tell the whole story about the spiritual journey. He quickly found the community podcasting is known for and started a group to bring Christian podcasters together. Since then, he’s worked with podcasters to launch and improve their podcast, most recently with Christian Podcasters Association. You will enjoy the podcasting banter between Andy, Chuck, and Eric.
S5 EP.17 - Scott Robbins was clinically dead for 40 minutes before God used doctors to miraculously bring him back to life. In this heartwarming episode, Scott shares his remarkable story of how he received a second chance at life and how he ended up on the nationally syndicated "Markley, van Camp & Robbins" radio show — one of the hottest talk shows in the country.
S5 EP.16 – Dave Jane is the founding/lead pastor of Connect Church, a thriving church community who is impacting Washington, Illinois. Dave joins us today to share his compelling story of hiking more than 40 miles over ten days to Everest Base Camp in efforts to raise more than $50k for planting churches and supporting kids and families in rural Nepal.
Not only will you be inspired by Dave's journey, you just might laugh more during this episode than any previous one.
S5 EP.15 – Matt Brown is an evangelist, author of Truth Plus Love, host of Think Eternity with Matt Brown, and founder of Think Eternity — a ministry sharing powerful faith content through podcasts, blogs, videos, outreaches and more. Matt's ministry has featured such top leaders as Christine Caine, Lee Strobel, Darryl Strawberry, Rebekah Lyons, Max Lucado, Michael W. Smith, Jon Bevere, and more. In this uplifting episode, Matt confirms the importance of communicating the truth of God's Word while displaying the fruit of the Spirit.
S5 EP.14 – Amanda Patterson is a speaker, singer, and cancer survivor. She has graced the stage with noteworthy artists such as Natalie Grant, Kari Jobe, Mandisa, and Carlos Whittaker. In this week's heartwarming episode Amanda graciously shares her inspirational story of how God healed her of late stage cancer and miraculously gave her a daughter through an unexpected means.
S5 EP.13 – Amy Nordhues thought she was in good hands to heal from childhood trauma and abuse. Not only was her therapist recommended to her by a friend, but he was a deacon at her church. Instead of walking into healing, she walked into a nightmare of more trauma and abuse. Amy courageously shares her story in a memoir called Prayed Upon: Breaking Free from Therapist Abuse. You will be inspired and encouraged by our conversation with Amy as she shares her passion for Christ and the healing He provides.
S5 EP.12 – Joe Cameneti serves as the Executive Pastor at Believers Church – a multi-site church in NorthEastern Ohio planted by his parents in 1983. As a pastor's kid who has spent his entire life in the local Church, he has a passion to build God's house by building God's people. Joe has become known for his authentic style of communication – preaching Jesus in a creative and compelling way.
S5 EP.11 – Bryan "El Vow" Martinez (formerly DJ Vow) is a highly sought after deejay and music artist who travels for a living performing and mixing music at some of the largest Christian events in the country. To date, El Vow has been featured in several national tours along renowned artist such as Sadie Robertson, Social Club Misfits, Derek Minor, Tedashii, KB and Grammy award winning artist Lecrae.
S5 EP.10 – Lori Wilhite serves alongside her husband, Jud, who is the Senior Pastor at Central Church in Las Vegas, which currently has more than 23 locations nationally and internationally including 12 locations inside prisons around the country. Lori is the founder of Leading and Loving It—a ministry that exists to equip and encourage women in leadership to love life in ministry and impacts more than 20,000 pastors’ wives and women in ministry. She is the author of several books and Bible studies including Ephesians: Head Held High. In this week's encouraging episode Lori hands out hope and shares her story of overcoming depression.
S5 EP.9 – Veronicah Richards is the Founder & Executive Director of Imani Rescue Center in Keyna, East Africa. In this captivating conversation, Veronicah shares how she met her husband when he traveled to Kenya on a mission's trip and how God birthed the dream in both of them to build a rescue center for abused women and orphaned children in Kenya.
S5 EP.8 – Blaine Bartel is a modern day Lazarus. Jesus resurrected him out of 23 years of sexual addiction and the death of everything he held dear. Today he coaches men out of sexual brokenness and into the Jesus life. Blaine is the author of Death By One Thousand Lies and graciously returns to RTP to unpack his latest project—Katharos, an eight-week small group curriculum for men who want to put pornography in the past — for good.
S5 EP.7 – Chuck Pryor is the Executive Director of Joel Osteen Radio and former VP of Programming for K-LOVE Radio and AIR-1. Besides radio, Chuck does motorcycles, photography, and eats tacos. Ahh, he's our kind of people. You're going to love this entertaining conversation with Chuck Pryor and Tate and His Mate.
S5 EP.6 – Jada Hoerr serves as the Chief Resource Officer at Midwest Food Bank, an international nonprofit that operates to alleviate hunger and malnutrition in the U.S. and abroad. Jada loves to travel internationally and recently summited Mt. Kilimanjaro in Tanzania, the highest point in Africa. In this fun and engaging conversation, Jada takes us on her journey up Mt. Kilimanjaro and shares what she learned along the way.
S5 EP.5 – Chris Brown is a highly sought-after pastor, speaker, radio personality, and church leadership expert with more than twenty years of ministry and financial experience. He worked alongside Dave Ramsey for years and was the nationally syndicated radio host for Life, Money, and Hope, which received over 10 million downloads. Chris graciously returns to talk about his just released book, Restored: Transform the Sting of Your Past into Purpose for Today.
S5 E.4 – Diane Studer is the Executive Director and Founder of Soles For Jesus, an organization that has provided hundreds of thousands of new and gently used shoes to the people of Africa who desperately need them. Your faith will expand during this inspirational conversation as Diane shares how God gave her the vision for Soles For Jesus while standing inside a hut in Ethiopia while on a mission's trip in 2010.
S5 EP.3 – Jon Rychener spent 10 years serving in Youth Ministry at Northwoods Community Church—one of the largest churches in Illinois—and is now currently stepping into the Lead Pastor role. In this engaging conversation Jon tells us what it was like growing up in the church and shares his passion for the local church and equipping the next generation to see the world through a Biblical lens.
S5 EP.2 – Josiah Woods is a programming director/video director on the Elevation YTH creative team at Elevation Church in North Carolina. He works alongside the programming team to help put on events like Rhythm Nights. Josiah loves being able to use his and the team's gifts to put on an experience that reaches youth who are far from Christ. In this fun episode, Josiah takes us on his faith journey, gives practical steps for church creatives, and shares what it's like working for Steven Furtick.
S5 EP.1 – After nearly two decades as a professional musician and traveling the world as the drummer with the band Delirious?, Stewart "Stew" Smith downed his sticks and returned to the creative world. Stew now heads up a Christian charity CPO and is Creative Director of a new vibrant agency, Common Good Studio based on the South coast of the United Kingdom. You will be inspired by Stew's story and his passion for the local church and reaching culture with the Gospel.
S4 EP.16 – Bill Vanderbush is the author of Reckless Grace and the host of the Reckless Grace Podcast. He co-wrote the Forgotten Way with bestselling author Ted Dekker. Bill and his wife, Traci, travel around the world speaking in conferences and churches while residing in Celebration, Florida. Bill graciously returns to Revival Town Podcast to dive deep and shed insight on all things prophecy and unpacks his catchphrase "God is better than you can imagine." If we had to give this episode a title, we'd simply call it Boom-Sauce-For-The-Soul!
*Make sure you listen until the end for this week's hilarious 'Tate and his Mate' bit and find out why Andy almost stopped breathing after Chuck's blunder.
S4 EP.15 – Joe McGee is a minister, author, national conference speaker, and host of Faith for Families Podcast. Joe presents some of the most entertaining yet practical teaching on the family available today. We are so excited that Joe's wife Angel joined him for this special episode to discuss marriage, ministry, and everything in between. You will be inspired and encouraged by Joe and Angel's story and we're pretty confident you will laugh out loud more than once.
S4 EP.14 – Lindsey Molander is the Executive Director of Seed India. She oversees the daily operations, marketing and events of Seed India from her home in Nashville, Tennessee and gets to work closely with a team of people on the ground in Kolkata who are bringing hope and redemption to a community that's starving for it.
Also get ready to laugh with Chuck and Andy as they talk about the winter Olympics and their Super Bowl predictions.
S4 EP.13 (Part 2) - Dallas Jenkins is the creator, writer, director, and producer of The Chosen. The Chosen is the popular multi-season series about the life of Christ and the most successful media crowd-funded project in history. In Part 2 of this captivating conversation, Dallas Jenkins takes us behind-the-scenes and highlights an emotional miracle that took place on the set.
S4 EP.13 (Part 1) - Dallas Jenkins is the creator, writer, director, and producer of The Chosen. The Chosen is the popular multi-season series about the life of Christ and the most successful media crowd-funded project in history. In Part 1 of this captivating conversation, Dallas Jenkins shares his inspirational story and how God multiplied his loaves and fish.
S4 EP.12 - Bob Beeman is a pastor, author, podcaster, narrator, homeless advocate, and the founder of Sanctuary International. Sanctuary International hosts multiple music festivals throughout Europe and operates a homeless refuge in Nashville that provides more than 14,000 meals each month. Did we mention that he operates his own coffee brand? You will immediately be drawn in by Pastor Bob's soothing voice as this "grandfather of Christian rock and roll" shares how he helped pioneer the Christian music scene (Keith Green, Larry Norman, Randy Stonehill) and what he's doing today to point people to Jesus.
S4 EP.11 - Dave Mudd is an exceptional leader and communicator and the lead pastor of The Hope Collective in Lake Zurich, Illinois. In this fun and insightful episode, Dave shares his story (and how it's connected to Andy and Chuck), offers insight on church culture, and hands out a heaping of hope.
S4 EP.10 - Jamie Markley is one of the guys behind the mic on the nationally syndicated "Markley, van Camp & Robbins" radio show. Markley, van Camp & Robbins is a secular talk show that is ultimately laid-back banter about all of the hottest headlines from across the country. During this week's episode you will hear Jamie's fascinating journey of how he went from spinning records to interviewing Van Halen to hosting a national radio show—and how he came to Christ along the way.
S4 EP.09 - Rich Gerberding is the founder of Christian Movie Central, a ministry that builds grassroots awareness and support of Christian films throughout the United States. During this entertaining episode, Rich breaks down the ongoing advancement of faith-based films and the impact and success they're having. We talk old cheesy movies, new and improved movies, and forthcoming films we should look forward to in 2022. Another highlight includes 'Tate and His Mate's' hilarious story about seeing the new Spider-Man movie. Sit back, grab some popcorn and a slushy, and enjoy the show.
S4 EP.08 - Jessica Ronne is an author, speaker, podcast host of Coffee with Caregivers, and advocate. She is founder and Executive Director of The Lucas Project–a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing recognition, resources, and respite for special needs families. She's the producer of a new documentary called Unseen and has also been featured on NBC's Today Show and in numerous publications. Her newest book is called Blended With Grit & Grace: Just Keep Livin When Life is Unexpected. We are absolutely positive you will be inspired and encouraged by Jessica's remarkable story
S4 EP.07 – Aaron Hall is a writer, blogger, student pastor, host of the The Jesus Loving Podcast, and the author of a new book called Redeem the Story. Sit back and relax and enjoy this fun conversation about Jesus, Florida, and energy drinks.
S4 EP.06 – The Honorable Angela Williams is an author, public speaker, philanthropist and the daughter of a British Lord from one of the wealthiest families in England. She is the founder of Embrace, a charity reaching out to the sex workers of Coventry, England since 2008. Now living on the Sunshine Coast in Queensland Australia, Angela has just released her first book, Extravagant Life to Extravagant Love, a biography telling of her extraordinary life of living between two extreme opposite worlds and how she found her divine purpose in the most unlikely of places. Grab a spot of tea and get ready for this fascinating conversation.
S4 EP.05 - Our guest today is the former Mayor of Peoria, Illinois. Jim Ardis served 4 terms (16 years), which is the longest continuous years as Mayor in Peoria history. Mayor Ardis sat down with us in the studio for or an entertaining and in-depth conversation about politics, leadership, faith, and everything in-between.
S4 EP.04 – Chad Allen is a full-time writer, editor, speaker, and writing coach. He's a 20-year publishing professional who spent years as an editor and acquisitions editor, including 7 years as editorial director for Baker Books. Chad has worked with such bestselling authors as Michael Hyatt, Caroline Leaf, Mark Batterson, and more. His passion is helping writers get their books into the world–so yes, this is a must-listen-episode for aspiring writers. Did we mention Chad lived with C.S. Lewis' stepson in a castle in Ireland? Grab a pad of paper, a pen, and a bowl of Lucky Charms for this fun and informative conversation.
S4 EP.03 – Maggie Rowe is a national speaker, dramatist, blogger, former publicist with Tyndale House Publishers, and an author who has contributed to more than ten books, including numerous devotional Bibles. Maggie released her first book at age 67 last year–a gem titled The Life We Share. As Maggie shares her life with us you will find that she's a gem as well. Grab a coffee or tea and get ready to be inspired and encouraged.
S4 EP.02 – Greg Stier is a champion for unleashing this generation with the gospel. As the founder of Dare 2 Share Ministries, he is driven to help the church activate Christian teenagers to reach their friends. During the last 30 years, Greg has trained millions of youth leaders and students how to relationally engage their world with the Good News of Jesus. Greg is a much-sought-after speaker and the author of the newly released book Unlikely Fighter. Did we mention this guy is a fire-cracker?! Grab a coffee or Red Bull and let's go!
S4 EP.01 - We can't think of a better guest to kick off our one year birthday episode! Pete Hixson was our very first guest on Revival Town Podcast exactly one year ago. A listener heard Pete share his story, contacted him, and this divine appointment resulted in something that is not only special, but miraculous. Grab a coffee and some tissue for this heartwarming episode.
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S3 EP.16 - Andy and Chuck welcome back Billy Hallowell for a special Halloween episode to talk about Billy's brand new podcast (and book) Playing With Fire. While Billy does share some disturbing true accounts of people who have encountered demonic attacks on their home and family, the overarching theme of our conversation is one of hope and freedom. Buckle up and hold on tight as Billy tackles a crucial and timely subject that too many Christians and church leaders aren’t willing to address. Are YOU playing with fire?
S3 EP.15 – In this special rewind edition, Andy and Chuck sit down with Brandi Wilson. Brandi is an author and speaker who for the past 20 years has helped women and their families navigate the ups and downs of everyday life. She aims at helping women develop emotional and mental health so they live a life of freedom and confidence. Her own journey has taught her the power of that very skill. In an emotional conversation with Andy and Chuck, Brandi shares about waking up to a life she never saw coming. The life and family she’d spent 20 years building stopped on a dime. Her marriage was over. The church she spent years pouring into was no longer hers. Her community, friends and professional life disappeared in a day’s time. Devastated but determined to create a life that finally felt like her own, Brandi faced her healing journey head-on. You will be inspired by her story and redemptive perspective.
S3 EP.14 – In this special rewind edition, Andy and Chuck sit down with renowned worship artist, Leeland Mooring. Leeland came to the forefront of the worship music world in 2004 and debuted their first project, the revolutionary Sound of Melodies, in 2006. Fast forward to now with 4 GRAMMY® nominations and 8 GMA Dove Award® nominations under their belts, Leeland has become one of the most important voices in a new generation of worship music. In this extended interview with Leeland, you will hear firsthand how his life, ministry, and music are a true extension of his passion to simply worship God personally and in community.
S3 EP.13 – In this special rewind edition, Andy and Chuck sit down with author Anna LeBaron (featured on Dr. Oz) to talk about her book The Polygamist’s Daughter. You will be gripped by Anna’s horrific upbringing and inspired by her resilience and how God wrote a new chapter in her story.
S3 EP.12 – Carl Cannon grew up in the inner city of Peoria, Illinois and then served in the military for more than 20 years as a Military Police officer and received multiple awards for his service. He eventually returned to the Peoria area to work for the Pekin Federal Correctional Center, where he received the nationally-recognized Selective Placement Program Manager of the Year Award and was recognized as one the Federal Bureau of Prison’s best and brightest. His time working in the prison birthed a program he founded and leads today called ELITE Youth Outreach. Carl published a memoir in 2020 called Full Cannon and was recently featured on an episode of Mike Rowe's popular television show Returning the Favor.
S3 EP.11 – In this outrageous 'Summer Recap' edition of Revival Town Podcast, Andy and Chuck share their favorite summer moments and some hilarious encounters along the way, but get serious at the end for an extended time of prayer that will lift your spirit and encourage your heart.
S3 EP.10 – Chris Papazis is a respected Bible teacher and executive pastor of RockChurch in East Peoria, Illinois. Chris is a U.S. Army veteran who fought in Desert Shield and Desert Storm. During this 'Remembering 911' special edition podcast, Chris takes us on a journey to Ground Zero while sharing how he was raised on Long Island and how 911 affected him personally.
S3 EP.9 -Jason VanRuler, a Sioux Falls, South Dakota native is a counselor, coach and speaker. Jason is the owner of Solomon Recovery, a private practice that spans multiple states and specializes in the the treatment of intimacy, trauma and transitional concerns. Jason is also the host of "Ok, What's Next?" podcast. You will enjoy Jason's story and benefit from the wisdom he shares during this practical and entertaining episode of Revival Town Podcast.
S3 EP.8 - Brandon Heath is a five-time GRAMMY®-nominated, eight-time Dove Award-winning singer/songwriter who recently debuted a new hit song called Human Nature. During this entertaining conversation Brandon talks about his career, his new album (tentatively titled Good Enough) that is scheduled to be released in early 2022, and daddy-duty. This fun episode features an impromptu appearance by his young daughters.
S3 EP.7 – Drew Powell is the Creative & Culture Pastor of Cross Point Church in Nashville, Tennessee and is the host of a thriving podcast called The Anything's Possible Podcast. In this must-listen-to episode Drew unleashes a heaping of wisdom and insight for creating a healthy culture.
S3 EP.6 - Chris Spicer is a published author, preacher and teacher with over 50 years experience working within Christian communities and learning centers throughout Europe and North America. Having lived in Portland, Oregon and Peoria, Illinois, Chris now lives in the United Kingdom with his wife Tina. Chris is the author of 5 books, including his newest release, Making the Mummies Dance. In this entertaining and informative episode Chris unpacks his new book and shares some fascinating connections between his life and some pretty epic movies.
S3 EP.5 – Jake BlandAfter serving Youth For Christ in multiple capacities for 23 years, Jacob Bland was recently named its 10th President and CEO. Originally from the Peoria, Illinois area, Jake now serves resides in Englewood, Colorado with his wife, Ali and their two children, Silas and Ivy. You will enjoy Jake's story and love his passion and vision for this generation.
S3 EP.4 - Chuck Tate is the award-winning author of 41 Will Come and the founder and lead pastor of RockChurch, a thriving church in East Peoria, Illinois. Chuck (aka Tate) is the co-host without a British accent behind the mic each week on Revival Town Podcast. During this special edition episode, Andy (aka Mate) sits down with Chuck for a fun and engaging conversation about life, ministry, his book, and of course...the number 41. Grab a Starbucks (specifically a venti iced mocha with caramel syrup and salted cream foam) and sit back and relax while getting to know Chuck Tate.
S3 EP.3 - Andy King is the Executive Director of Dream Center Peoria, an exceptional leader, and a brilliant creative, speaker, and communicator. Andy (aka Mate) hails from Nuneaton, England and is not only the British co-host behind the mic each week on Revival Town Podcast, he's the man behind the controls. During this special edition episode, Chuck (aka Tate) sits down with Andy for a fun and engaging conversation about life, ministry, England, and of course, soccer. Grab a coffee (or spot of tea), sit back and relax while getting to know Andy King.
S3 EP.2 - Brryan Jackson’s extraordinary story began when he was only 11 months old and his father injected him with HIV-tainted blood. Five years later, unaware of his father's heinous actions, doctors diagnosed him with full-blown AIDS. Since the age of 13, Brryan has used his incredible story to impact lives world-wide from speaking at Congressional briefings in Washington D.C. to high schools, colleges, juvenile centers, and youth organizations across the nation and globe. Brryan was the winner of one of People Magazine's "Heroes Among Us" and ABC World News/Diane Sawyer's "Person of the Week." Did we mention he's a Guinness World Record holder?
S3 EP.1 - Jordan Ward makes up one third of Ward Brothers Music and is the co-founder of Academy of Dreamers and Feedback International. Jordan is a producer/songwriter for Red Street Records and Smalltown Studios who has worked with artists such as Jay DeMarcus (Rascal Flatts) and Jason Crabb. During this fun and captivating interview, Jordan shares about growing up as a pastor's kid, life on the road as a musician, his love for the local church, and a miraculous story of what happened after doctors informed his family that his father had coded during surgery
S2 EP.19 - Celebrate Christmas in July with the very funny "Tate & His Mate" and...drum roll please...pop-icon AMY GRANT! This special edition Revival Town Podcast is just in time to celebrate the 30th anniversary of Amy's breakout album, Heart In Motion. During this candid conversation Amy talks about family Christmas traditions, her recent open-heart surgery, and a heartwarming story about Whitney Houston (that she has never shared publicly before). Grab a cup of hot chocolate, a candy cane (if you can find one) and some Kleenex for this heartwarming interview.
S2 EP.18 – Holly Brown has been an executive leader in churches for 12 years. She is currently an executive pastor and teacher for Embrace Church in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. She and her husband, Chris are also in the middle of planting The Well church in their hometown of Columbia, TN. When Holly is not teaching or leading, she spends her time running their small hobby farm, but her favorite role of all is being a mom to 3 teenagers and a wife to Chris (who was a previous guest on RTP). This fun conversation is especially helpful for pastors and leaders as Holly shares some incredible wisdom and insight about having Kingdom impact.
S2 EP.17 – Bill Allison is the Executive Director of Cadre Ministries—a ministry whose obsession is to encourage and equip people to love God, love people, and make disciplemakers. You will find out from the get-go that Bill is extremely passionate about the disciplemaking genius of Jesus. He loves good coffee, Apple computers, motorcycles, chocolate, learning, volunteers, the Church, Gibson Les Paul guitars, the blues, Motown, the Bears, the Cubs, laughing at himself, training, coaching, mentoring, equipping, encouraging, and being a husband and father to his 7 kids. Grab your favorite drink and buckle up for this high-energy episode of Revival Town Podcast.
S2 EP.16 - Wayne Shepherd’s voice is heard widely in Christian radio and television, as well as numerous audio books and special projects. With over 50 years of broadcast experience, Wayne serves a growing number of clients as a radio host, interviewer, voice-over talent, and consultant. Throughout the years, Wayne has interviewed some of the biggest personalities in Christian circles, including Billy Graham. During this moving and personal conversation, Wayne opens up his life to us and shares the heartwarming story of finding his birth mom. Grab a coffee, and perhaps some Kleenex, for this emotional episode of Revival Town Podcast
S2 EP.15 – Rob Osborne grew up serving his local church as a lighting designer in central Illinois and then pursued God's call on his life by attending Hillsong College in Sydney, Australia. He is currently the youth pastor of Zoe Church, a large thriving church in Los Angeles led by pastor/author Chad Veach. In this energetic episode of Revival Town Podcast, Rob shares his story and leadership lessons he's learned along the way. You will be encouraged by Rob's heart and passion for the local church as he shares his vision for the next generation and what we can do to be a part of it.
S2 EP.14 – Dr. Joe Paris is a passionate communicator and apologist who is committed to helping believers know what they believe and why they believe it. Joe spent 13 years as a Christian school educator and the past 5 years as a campus pastor for a large multisite church in Dallas, Texas. He recently co-founded the company Christian Care Box which produces care packages specifically designed for Christian college students. This episode is especially helpful for parents of college students and anyone who is struggling with their faith in our increasingly skeptical culture
S2 EP.13 – Dr. Mike Hutchings is the Director of Education for Global Awakening, an evangelistic ministry in Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania. He also directs Dr. Randy Clark’s Global School of Supernatural Ministry and travels the U.S. equipping churches to minister healing to those who suffer from PTSD. On this episode of Revival Town Podcast, Mike unpacks his new book (Supernatural Freedom from the Captivity of Trauma) and leads us in a powerful time of prayer at the close of our conversation. This is a must-listen for anyone suffering from trauma.
S2 EP.12 - Stu Garrard (aka Stu G) is a founding member, guitarist, and songwriter for the British band Delirious and continues to be a sought-after guitarist and songwriter in the Nashville scene while also touring with Michael W. Smith. Stu's passion for collaborating and helping people has led to his "life-work" The Beatitudes Project—an online eCourse and book (Words from the Hill - An invitation to the Unexpected). Using film, music, and stories, Stu encourages people to discover the counter-intuitive way of following Jesus. Grab your favorite drink and get ready to be stirred to action as you listen to this compelling conversation with Stu G.
S2 EP.11 - Julie Lyles Carr is a national speaker, best-selling author, and the host of the popular AllMomDoes Podcast where she has welcomed such guests as Beth Moore, Priscilla Shirer, Bob Goff, Max Lucado, Scott Hamilton, and Jennie Allen. Julie has shared the stage with such talents as Candace Cameron Bure, Lysa TerKeurst, Mandisa, Natalie Grant, Sheila Walsh, Tim Tebow, Mark Batterson, and more. She also narrates audiobooks for Thomas Nelson and Zondervan and runs her own media company. Did we mention Julie does all of this while being a mother of eight?! Moms (and dads), you will be inspired and encouraged as you listen to Julie's story and all that she has to offer.
S2 EP.10 – Stephen Brewster worked in the music business for years, finding artists, developing albums, and leading marketing teams. He then moved into church leadership, serving not just as a lead over creative but also on the executive level of multiple mega-churches across the country. Through The Harmony Group, Stephen helps worship teams navigate the music business and helps churches develop leadership and creative structures for growth and culture development. In this rapid-fire conversation about church culture, Brewster's passion for the local church is on full display! Grab a coffee and something to take notes with because 'creative class' is now in session!
S2 EP.9 – Ben Courson is a bestselling author, a TV and radio personality, pastor, international speaker, and founder of Hope Generation. He has been featured on Good Morning America, Fox, ABC, Hallmark Channel, and TBN. His TV show is broadcast in 180 countries and his national radio show airs on over 500 stations. As a social media influencer, millions of YouTube viewers have tuned in to watch and listen to Hope Generation. In this entertaining and uplifting conversation Ben rifles through 11 practical steps that are sure to stir you to action and help you on your mental health journey.
S2 EP.8 – Ketric Newell literally burst into the world and onto the ministry scene with a vivacity that is truly God-given. In school, Ketric’s teachers thought he had a hearing problem because he was so loud; it turned out that Ketric was just overloaded with energy and expression! As one of the pastors at Cross Point Church (Nashville,TN) and the Executive Director of Teen Dream Center in Nashville, Ketric has learned to use that expression to share the love of Christ to young people in Nashville and across the nation. He is also the author of (perhaps the best book title ever) “Liar Liar Mullet of Fire." Ketric's passion for Christ is on full display during this animated conversation. Listen at your own risk as you might just be stirred to action!
S2 EP.7 – Comedian Kerri Pomarolli has appeared on the Tonight Show (30 times) and has shared the stage with such diverse comedians as Jim Carrey, Sherri Shepherd (The View), Jay Leno, Lonnie Love (NBC's Parks and Recreation), and Zachary Levi (Chuck). She's the author of "Moms' Night Out" and "She Rises Late and Her Kids Make Her Breakfast: Devotions for the Proverbs 32 Woman." This is hands down the funniest episode of Revival Town Podcast, so put down your cup of coffee (unless you want to spit it out) and get ready laugh...a lot!
S2 EP.6 – Esther Fedorkevich is the founder of The Fedd Agency, a literary and entertainment agency that has represented over 80 New York Times bestselling books. Among her clients are Tim Tebow, Dude Perfect, Trey Gowdy, Mark Batterson, Cameron Hanes, Eric Metaxas, Pattie Mallette, Dr. Anita Phillips, Lisa Bevere, and Paula Faris. In this fun and engaging conversation, Esther offers insight on how the publishing world is changing and shares tips on what publishers are looking for. Esther firmly believes that everyone has a book inside them. Listen and let her pull it out of you!
S2 EP.5 - Leeland came to the forefront of the worship music world in 2004 and debuted their first project, the revolutionary Sound of Melodies, in 2006. Fast forward to now with 4 GRAMMY® nominations and 8 GMA Dove Award® nominations under their belts, Leeland has become one of the most important voices in a new generation of worship music. In this extended interview with Leeland Mooring, you will hear firsthand how his life, ministry, and music are a true extension of his passion to simply worship God personally and in community. Did we mention our conversation includes a lot of laughter?!
S2 EP.4 - J.D. Walt leads an organization called Seedbed, whose sole ambition is to “sow for a great awakening,” by developing theological and ministry training resources for the local church. Formerly the Dean of Chapel at Asbury Theological Seminary, J.D. is a sought after speaker and conference leader, published author and songwriter (with artists such as Chris Tomlin). In this uplifting theological discussion, J.D. cheers on the local church, expounds upon about its mission, explains lent and then unleashes a powerful breakdown of the Gospel. Grab a coffee, your Bible and a notepad and get ready to dive into the deep end of the pool.
S2 EP.3 - Daniel Fusco (@thefusco) is an author, church planter, and the lead pastor of Crossroads Community Church in Vancouver, Washington. His radio program, Jesus is Real Radio, is broadcast across the country, his TV show, Real with Daniel Fusco, is aired weekly on the Hillsong Channel, and thousands of people start their day with his #2MinuteMessages on Facebook. In this entertaining and educational conversation, Daniel unpacks his amazing new book, Crazy Happy, and shows us how The Beatitudes and fruit of the Spirit are actually connected. Grab a cup of coffee and get ready to laugh, learn...and get crazy happy!
S2 EP.2 - Eve Annunziato is an Emmy Award-winning journalist and Jackie Brewster is a certified Enneagram coach and consultant. Together, they just released a 52-week interactive Enneagram devotional book called Hearing God Speak. In this fun and engaging conversation, Eve & Jackie educate us on what the Enneagram is all about and how we can combine it with biblical truth to better understand ourselves and others as we pursue a deeper relationship with Christ.
S2 EP.1 - As the front man of his former band Delirious, Martin Smith helped blaze the trail for today's modern worship movement. Even though he played in packed stadiums and arenas, opened for Bon Jovi, and headlined his own global tours – one thing is clear from the get-go of this engaging conversation – Martin Smith wants all focus on Jesus. You will be inspired as you hear what God is doing in the UK through Martin and his church in the midst of a country that has been ravaged by Covid-19. Season 2 is off to a brilliant start. Grab your headphones and let's go!
Ep.19 - Austin Savage is the Managing Director at 95Network, a ministry designed to support the 95% of churches under 500 in attendance. Austin is also the host of both The 95 Podcast and The People of Peoria Podcast—so it's safe to say that he fit right in with Andy and Chuck. Austin shares some valuable instruction and timely truths for pastors and leaders...and there's a lot of laughter along the way!
Ep.18 - During this special Valentine's Day episode your will hear author's Brian & Cherie Lowe graciously share their epic story of how they paid off $127,000 in debt in under four years. You will be inspired and laugh during this fun conversation as you learn practical tips regarding your money and marriage.
Ep.17 - Sameed Osman came to America from Saudi Arabia with one objective — destroy Christianity! One cold winter night after being attacked and left for dead, Sameed, a local Muslim imam, had a miraculous encounter with Christ in the hospital that changed his life forever. You will be captivated and challenged during this fascinating conversation as Sameed shares his extraordinary story.
Ep.16 - Bill Vanderbush has been a pastor for over 25 years. He's the author of Reckless Grace and co-wrote The Forgotten Way with bestselling author Ted Dekker. Bill’s consuming passion is to introduce people to the resurrection power of Jesus Christ, who saves, heals, and sets us free. He enjoys empowering others to invade the impossible. In this captivating conversation Bill unleashes numerous drop-the-mic truths while sharing his thoughts on the controversial prophecies surrounding the recent election and unpacks the biblical meaning of grace and what it truly means to love your enemies.
Ep.15 - Brandi Wilson is an author and speaker who for the past 20 years has helped women and their families navigate the ups and downs of everyday life. She aims at helping women develop emotional and mental health so they live a life of freedom and confidence. Her own journey has taught her the power of that very skill. In an emotional conversation with Andy and Chuck, Brandi shares about waking up to a life she never saw coming. The life and family she’d spent 20 years building stopped on a dime. Her marriage was over. The church she spent years pouring into was no longer hers. Her community, friends and professional life disappeared in a day’s time. Devastated but determined to create a life that finally felt like her own, Brandi faced her healing journey head-on. You will be inspired by her story and redemptive perspective.
EP. 14 - Through journalism, media, speaking appearances and the blogosphere, Billy Hallowell has worked as a journalist and commentator for more than 15 years. He has been featured in political and cultural books, textbooks, articles and on radio and TV shows that focus on faith, culture, politics and current events and has contributed to FoxNews.com, The Washington Post, and The Huffington Post, among other outlets. Hallowell is the director of communications and content for PureFlix.com, is the host of The Pure Flix podcast, and has published multiple books including his new release, Playing With Fire. Billy joins Andy and Chuck from Rochester, NY for an enjoyable and enlightening conversation about viewing the demonic realm through a Biblical lens.
Ep.13 - January is National Slavery and Human Trafficking Prevention Month so what better guest than Nykole Jackson. Nykole is a ER Nurse/Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner (SANE), modern day abolitionist, and the co-host for the Walk For Freedom in Peoria IL, a global movement sponsored by Christine Caine's A21—promoting advocacy and awareness, with the goal of abolishing human trafficking. Nykole served as a key consultant on the Peoria Area EMS’s human trafficking protocol, one of the first EMS Systems to adopt such a protocol in the nation. She believes that if we can help everyone to have eyes to see and the boldness to act, that we can end trafficking in our lifetime. Grab a cup of coffee and get ready to be inspired by Nykole's knowledge and passion...and perhaps even join her on this important mission.
Ep.12 - Chris Brown worked alongside Dave Ramsey for years as a nationally syndicated radio host for “Life, Money, and Hope” and has been featured on national media outlets such as Fox & Friends. He is a highly sought after pastor, speaker, and church leadership expert who graciously dropped by RTP and unleashed 20 years of ministry and financial experience in a 60 minute podcast. It’s evident during this episode that Chris passionately loves and desires to help the local church…so grab something to take notes with because listening to Chris Brown’s conversation with Andy and Chuck is going to be like drinking from a firehose.
Ep.11 - When Blaine Bartel was at the top of his game, he built the largest youth ministry in the nation and was one of the most sought after youth communicators in the world. He was on television, went on to plant churches, and sold a lot of books. Then he crashed and lost everything. But that isn’t the end of his story. Blaine’s new personal mantra, “Why settle for a recovery, when Jesus is handing out resurrections,” has been heralded across the nation…and makes its way onto Revival Town Podcast in this must-listen-to episode. Blaine, author of Death By A Thousand Lies, strips away all fluff and gets vulnerable as he shares his provocative and surprising prodigal story of overcoming the brokenness and devastation left behind by sexual addiction. His conversation with Andy and Chuck will grip you, help you, and might just incite you into battle.
Ep.10 - Merry Christmas! Here's a heartwarming interview with “The Queen of Christmas Music & Christian Pop”, Amy Grant! This intimate conversation includes Amy graciously sharing about her career, family, Christmas traditions, and recent open-heart surgery. Get ready to laugh (and you just might cry) with us during this very special Christmas edition of Revival Town Podcast.
Ep.9 - Elle Limebear has lived her life between two worlds. As the daughter of Delirious front man, Martin Smith, Elle has experienced first-hand the thrill of stadiums filled with people while on tour around the world. As a worship leader and youth pastor in Brighton, UK, she is immersed in a close-knit, daily ministry within her community. Elle has a festive conversation with Andy and Chuck about growing up and seeing the global church and her local church worshipping God simultaneously. She discusses the 2020 Dove Awards and what it felt like to be nominated for New Artist of the Year, her new reading plan on YouVersion Bible App about mental health, and of course, her favorite Christmas drink! This episode ends with a special Christmas version of 'Tate and his Mate'. It's ho, ho, hilarious!
Ep.8 - While Tim Hughes is the Lead Pastor of a thriving church he planted in Birmingham, England called Gas Street Church, he is most recognized as the worship leader and songwriter who penned modern worship classics such as “Here I Am to Worship”, “Happy Day”, “The Way”, and “Hope and Glory”. During this encouraging conversation across the pond, Tim shares how the song “Here I Am to Worship” actually came about. His story about his recent effort that united more than 65 churches to sing a song of blessing over the United Kingdom via Zoom is awe-inspiring. This powerful rendition (called The UK Blessing) has already produced more than 4 million views and is filling hearts with hope throughout the United Kingdom and beyond. We end the show with some Christmas British sayings and words for “Tate and his mate” that will have you rolling on the floor!
Ep.7 - Andy King and Chuck Tate have an engaging conversation with Tim & Maureen Gray of Gray Media. Gray Media is a worldwide distribution and marketing company specializing in faith and family media. They have produced content for Netflix, Hulu, and Amazon Prime while working with the likes of Steven Furtick, Jentzen Franklin, Planetshakers, Elevation Worship, Pastor Sam Rodriguez, John & Lisa Bevere, and many more. You will be inspired as Tim & Maureen share why faith and family programming is so important and how God is using it to reach millions of people. And like other podcasts, this episode ends with fun random questions and more zaniness from 'Tate and his Mate’.
Ep.6 - Andy King and Chuck Tate have a conversation with Debra Fileta — nationally know speaker, podcaster (Love + Relationships Podcast), blogger (truelovedates.com) and best selling author (True Love Dates, Choosing Marriage, Love In Every Season). Debra is a licensed professional counselor who shares some timely relational insight and wisdom. The fun continues after this special interview with more zaniness from ’Tate and his Mate’.
Ep.5 - Happy Thanksgiving! This shortened edition podcast with Andy and Chuck includes a fun discussion about their favorite Thanksgiving traditions and what they are grateful for. Gobble! Gobble!
Ep.4 - Andy King and Chuck Tate talk across the pond with former Delirious keyboardist, Tim Jupp in Littlehampton, England. Tim shares about his epic experience with world famous band "Delirious" and what it was like for a worship band to open up for people like Bon Jovi and even play at the historic Wembley Stadium. You will be inspired by Tim's love for the local church and his current mission in leading a massive UK outreach called Big Church Day Out. The podcast ends with three fun questions for Tim and the weekly bit ‘Tate and his Mate’, which has already become a listener favorite.
Ep.3 - Andy King and Chuck Tate sit down with theologian Dr. Clem Ferris, author of Stewarding Prophecy—Waging Warfare with God’s Words. Clem helps shed some light on the often misunderstood function of prophetic ministry and shares insight on where he believes The Church is heading. The podcast ends with Clem answering some fun questions and the weekly hilarious bit ‘Tate and his Mate’.
Ep.2 - Andy King and Chuck Tate sit down with author Anna LeBaron (featured on Dr. Oz) to talk about her book The Polygamist’s Daughter. You will be gripped by Anna’s horrific upbringing and inspired by her resilience and how God wrote a new chapter in her story. This emotional episode ends on a lighthearted note as Andy and Chuck ask Anna some fun questions. Like in Episode 01 this episode ends with a bit called ‘Tate and his Mate’ that will leave you in stitches.
Ep.1 - Ready. Set. Go! Hosts Andy King and Chuck Tate launch the very first episode by explaining the name Revival Town Podcast. They also sit down with communication expert, Pete Hixson. Pete is a workshop facilitator and business coach with Storybrand. Pete shares insight regarding his role with Storybrand and also talks about leadership, ministry, and his vision to build communities designed specifically for adults with special needs to live permanently and reach their potential. The episode ends with a segment you’re going to love called ‘Tate and his Mate’. What’s that mean? Listen to find out!
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Introductions....... Here we go. On this first shorter version of the podcast you will get to know your host's and chief story tellers Andy King and Chuck Tate. Get to know the guys and hear the heart behind the Revival Town Podcast. They look forward to taking you on this journey as we look at the men behind the voices. Enjoy!