Cade Thompson

Emerging contemporary Christian musical artist Cade Thompson joins us to share the importance of remembering all the wonderful things God has done for us and that through life’s beautiful mystery the best is yet to come. The Praisecast team discusses a few ways to ensure your well of creativity never runs dry in this world of quarantine we are living in, they discuss the power of authentic relationships God has for us, and Kimberly takes us on Stephen Curtis Chapman’s “The Great Adventure” with her singing voice. This week’s bizarre quote: “Let me just say my bright orange beanie stood out like a beacon.””””

Cade Thompson Has a ‘Bigger Story’ to Tell (Ep. 71)

Amy Grant

Six-time Grammy winner Amy Grant joins us to share her thoughtful reflections about the album that defined a turning point in her legendary career, the health scare that led to her highly invasive surgery, and the importance of mentoring the next generation of Christian musical artists. The Praisecast team discusses five ways to praise ourselves out of a funk, how to best grieve the ones we love and have lost, and Kimberly explains why she may have looked to zebras for sustenance during a trip to Kenya.  And this episode’s bizarre quote: “That’s a pretty sophisticated piece of technology you have in your ear!”””

Amy Grant Thankful for Opportunity to Bring Her Music to a New Generation (Ep. 70)

Ellie Holcomb

Rising contemporary Christian singer/songwriter Ellie Holcomb joins us to share how a recent trip to the Grand Canyon inspired her to scrap songs for a new album and record an entirely different record, one that is an affirmation of God’s promises brought to life. The Praisecast team discusses a few things that are beautiful about the Church, they take a look at a few Back to School products that make you go … hmm, and Chris details a recent mistake he made that could bring a financial windfall during the holiday season. And this episode’s bizarre quote: “And another thing, I am powered by sophisticated puppetry!””

Ellie Holcomb Finds a Deeper Sorrow and Higher Hope in ‘Canyon’ (Ep. 69)

Eight-time Dove Award winning Mercy Me’s Bart Millard and Mike Scheuchzer join us to share how the coronavirus pandemic heavily influenced the recording of their latest album, “Inhale (Exhale)” and how it serves as a potent reminder that Jesus is still in control. The Praisecast team discusses the terrifying truth about bad habits and how to make them into good ones through the power of prayer, and speaking of the power of prayer, Chris shares how a recent hiking adventure showed him a whole new dimension of fervent personal intercession.”

MercyMe Wants Everyone to Take a Deep Breath with Latest Album (Ep. 68)

Mike Donehey

Former Tenth Avenue North frontman Mike Donehey joins us to share valuable lessons that God has taught him during his 20 year tenure with the three-time Dove Award-winning band. He also fills us in on what he has been up to during the pandemic and shares a few of his greatest songwriter influences. The Praisecast team discuss what to do when God says no to your dream, they take a look at graduation products that make you go … hmm, and they wade through the intricacies and inconsistencies of getting back to normal from the pandemic. And if that is not enough, can it be possible that Chris has gone from being hangry to being sluggish and sleepy?”

Mike Donehey on Life after Tenth Avenue North (Ep. 67)

Harry Connick Jr

Grammy and Emmy Award-winning entertainer Harry Connick Jr. joins us to share how he spent the last year recording a new Gospel album all by himself as a result of the COVID-19 lockdown.  Beyond playing multiple instruments and singing every note, it is his desire that listeners will find a sense of comfort from these time-tested hymns of hope and redemption. The Praisecast team discuss how to know whether your dream is from God or somewhere else, they take a look at products for the new job that make you go … hmm, and they bid a fond farewell to Bekah who is leaving the podcast.  What? It can’t be so! ”

Harry Connick Jr. on the Importance of Being ‘Alone with My Faith’ (Ep. 66)

Jeannie Ortega-Law

Author, journalist, and Christian entertainer Jeannie Ortega-Law joins us to discuss her new book, “What is Happening to Me?”, how to guard your heart and mind from evil, and how to find the love of God and His purpose for your life. The Praisecast team takes inventory of some of the quirkier developments during the coronavirus pandemic, they sift through the various ways to find out if you are spending too much time on social media, and Kimberly declares she would prefer prison to spending a few days in the belly of a whale. Let’s just say she’s no Jonah!”

Author Jeannie Ortega-Law on How to Defeat Your Unseen Spiritual Enemy (Ep. 65)

Hannah Goodwyn

In a very special episode, the Praisecast team remembers and pays tribute to former co-host Hannah Goodwyn. After a 13 month long battle, Hannah lost her fight with cancer on March 5th.  While Hannah has departed this earth, she will certainly be remembered as a dear colleague and friend. We honor Hannah for what she meant to The Praisecast as an original co-host, life lessons that we can learn from her, and most importantly, her unbridled and unrelenting faith in Jesus Christ. Along the way, the Praiscast team and friends share a few funny stories about Hannah, her passion for travel, writing, and film, and above all her loyal friendship and kindness. A must listen.”

The Praisecast Remembers Hannah Goodwyn (Ep. 64)

Ryan Casey

Author, therapist, and ordained minister Ryan Casey Waller joins us to offer guidance and companionship to Christians who have who have experienced mental illness or love someone who has.  He also believes a conversation is long overdue in the Church and the wider culture on how to best come alongside those who suffer. The Praisecast team reviews a new study that has determined what an American’s ideal age is (hint, hint, it’s probably not yours), they reveal their ultimate high school Christian music playlits, and it’s that time of year for Chris to suffer through his annual pet peeve. “So, you love to cook but you don’t like the idea of cooking? Uh, ok.”

Author Ryan Casey Waller on ‘Anxiety, Depression, and Other Things We Don’t Want to Talk About' (Ep. 63)

Phil Joel

Dove Award-nominated Christian recording artist Phil Joel joins us to talk about his latest solo album, the importance of ecological stewardship of what God has given us, and leaving listeners space to interpret faith-infused lyrics. The Praisecast team discusses important things to look for when dating a Christian, why the Five Love Languages quiz could open the door to better relationships, and a few Super Bowl commercials that caught their eye.  And for the record, we still don’t quite understand what the song “Entertaining Angels” means!”

Newsboys United Bassist Phil Joel on New Solo Release “Better Than I Found it” (Ep. 62)

Join the team behind Praise.com on The Praisecast as we discuss things that shape and influence the culture in which we live through the lens of praise and worship. Along the way there will be interviews with artists, actors, and leaders, as well as a thoughtful and sometimes humorous look at the world around us.

This show brings charisma and energy to what I thought would be just another Christian podcast! Great job!

Chris is hilarious!

Stumbled across this searching for something else.  It’s a funny, smart take on Christianity from a panel that doesn’t take themselves too seriously.  Fun and informative at the same time!!

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Join the team behind <a href="http://Praise.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Praise.com</a> on The Praisecast as we discuss things that shape and influence the culture in which we live through the lens of praise and worship. Along the way there will be interviews with artists, actors, and leaders, as well as a thoughtful and sometimes humorous look at the world around us.

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Greg Laurie

Evangelist Greg Laurie joins us share about his new book "Jesus Revolution", how God transformed an unlikely generation, and how He can do it again. The well-known California pastor also explains that it could be all about the music!The Praisecast team discusses whether it might be time to ditch our prayer lists. They take a look at some fun, fall products that are sure to make you go ... hmm! And they use Google Translate to learn how to pronounce The Praisecast in many different languages. Give "praise cast" a shot in Swahili: "Kutumwa kwa sifa!"

Pastor Greg Laurie on Why There's Hope for Another Great Revival (Ep. 17)

Candace Cameron Bure

Hollywood actress Candace Cameron Bure (Full House) joins us on our "Year End Spectacular" to share her thoughts on the importance of kindness and what she is most looking forward to in 2019. 10 … 9 … 8 … 7 … can it really be the end of the year?  Before the ball drops in New York's Time Square, the Praisecast team looks back to their resolutions from last year and proclaims some new ones for 2019.  They decide to 'give God more space' over the next 12 months to do remarkable things and make it their mission to have actress Lacey Chabert on the podcast as a guest in the new year.

Candace Cameron Bure Thinks "Kindness is the New Classy" (Ep. 23)

Jon Foreman

Switchfoot frontman Jon Foreman joins us to share his thoughts on the band's eleventh studio release, the concept of joy as a choice, and how bandmate Jerome Fontamillas' cancer scare has re-energized them. The Praisecast team unpacks and puts back together some rather difficult texting abbreviations and they determine that attending concerts can be hazardous to your health. Let's just say always be on the lookout for flying water bottles at a tobyMac concert!

Jon Foreman Talks Switchfoot's Latest Album "Native Tongue" (Ep. 26)

Josh Wilson

Veteran contemporary Christian musical artist Josh Wilson joins us to discuss his latest recording, "Don't Look Back," his battle with anxiety, and how putting his trust in God changed his life. The Praisecast team takes a look at a new promotion from Wendy's Restaurants that shines a light on the importance of adoption, Chris gives a report on his recent trip to see 1980s hair metal band Stryper play live, and they open up the Praisecast Listener Mailbag to answer a few emails.  Shrimp scampi in a movie theater? Still an emphatic no!

Singer/Songwriter Josh Wilson Leaves Fear and Anxiety Behind (Ep. 33)

Steven Malcolm

Dove Award nominated hip hop artist Steven Malcolm joins us talk about his surprise collaboration with Natalie Grant and why it is important to merge musical genres … especially in Christian music. The Praisecast team shares a few cheesy songs that they secretly love, they discuss a few upcoming summer movies including one that Chris actually appears in, and Bekah takes us on a tour of some of the strangest musical duets of all-time.  By the way, "Downton Abbey" does not qualify as a summer movie!

Steven Malcolm is Shouting 'Even Louder' on Latest Song (Ep. 31)

This week, 20-time Dove Award winner TobyMac joins us to share about his new album, The Elements, and the social significance of one of its songs. He believes that we can celebrate the richness of life through our diversity. The Praisecast team tries to figure out if Church harvest parties on Halloween night are beneficial or just a way of surrendering the neighborhood to ghouls, goblins, and you know who!  And they analyze a new study from England that says kids want more women super heroes.  Hopefully, this will speed up the delayed Wonder Woman sequel!

TobyMac on Race, Reconciliation, and "The Elements" (Ep. 19)

Lindy Conant-Cofer, lead singer for the praise and worship band Lindy &amp; the Circuit Riders joins us to share about their new album, why they consider themselves 'musicianaries', and the concept of spontaneous worship. The Praisecast team explores the misconceptions people have about the Lenten season with special guest Arleen Spenceley, Bekah regales us with tales (no pun intended) of her recent encounter with a furry creature, and the team discusses whether it is more important to be religious or spiritual.  Eeeck!!

Lindy & the Circuit Riders 'Driven by Love' on New Release (Ep. 28)

Jasmine Murray

This week, Season 8 American Idol finalist Jasmine Murray joins us to share about her battle with anxiety and depression. Also, psychologist Dr. Crista Gambrell joins us in studio to share tips on how fight anxiety and depression, especially during the holiday season. With marketing campaigns beginning earlier and earlier for Halloween and Christmas, the Praisecast team takes a good, hard look at what is becoming a forgotten holiday …Thanksgiving.  Can we get a gobble, gobble?  Please?  And finally, we've got some stress reduction products that will definitely make you go … hmm.  Let's just say a scalp massage tingler can make a world of difference!

American Idol's Jasmine Murray on Being "Fearless" (Ep. 21)

Charlotte Pence

This week, Charlotte Pence, daughter of Vice President Mike Pence, joins us to share about her new book, Where You Go, and the most valuable lessons about life and faith that her father has taught her. And folks, we can assure you these lessons have nothing to do with politics! Also, it's time for the mid-term elections and that can only mean one thing … the Praisecast team ponders whether it is ever a good time to discuss politics on your social media pages.  And if that's not enough, they 'kiss dating goodbye' … not really, but they take apart author Josh Harris's recent mea culpa and put it back together again!  Fortunately, they didn't need to use any glue!

Charlotte Pence on Life Lessons Learned from the VP (Ep. 20)

Arleen Spenceley, author of the book Chastity is for Lovers: Single, Happy, and Still a Virgin, joins us to share her thoughts on the topic of abstinence and to equip you to worry less and to trust God more. What do the Lord of the Rings, The Chronicles of Narnia, and Avatar all have in common? The Praisecast team answers this question and tests their knowledge on one of the least populated nations in the world. They debate whether it is ok for Lauren Daigle to take issue with the "Christian artist" label, and the team provides updates on whether they are succeeding or failing at their New Year's resolutions.  It's been less than a month. Could things be falling apart already?

Chastity is for Lovers … Worry Less, Trust God More (Ep. 24)

Matt Maher

It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas!  On this very special yuletide episode, singer/songwriter Matt Maher joins us to share the significance of observing advent and how the darkest time of year actually shines the brightest due to God's gift to mankind. Baubles, beads, twinkly lights, and a Canadian candy that requires a hammer to consume its sugary goodness?  The Praisecast team shares their favorite holiday memories, they determine that Charlie Brown actually does Christmas best, and some rather bizarre office Christmas party gifts are unveiled that will really make you go … hmm?

Matt Maher Celebrates the Holidays with "The Advent of Christmas" (Ep. 22)

Tim Tebow

Heisman Trophy winner, former NFL quarterback, professional baseball player, and published author Tim Tebow has now added movie producing to his ever-burgeoning resume.  He joins us to share why he got into moviemaking with Run the Race, how God always has better plans than what we could ever dream of, and what attracted him to his fiancé Demi-Leigh Nel-Peters. The Praisecast team takes an inside look at ways to protect your joy with author Jennifer E. Jones, they unveil a few Tim Tebow-related products that make you go … hmm, and Chris has a few observations about the current Winter Jam Tour. Let's just say any drummer who wears a cable knit sweater onstage rocks!

Tim Tebow 'Runs the Race' with New Movie (Ep. 27)

Melissa Joan Hart

This week, well-known Hollywood Actress Melissa Joan Hart joins us to share about her 20 plus years acting in various television programs including Clarissa Explains It All and Melissa &amp; Joey as well as her Christian movie debut in God's Not Dead 2. She also explains why she has difficulty memorizing Bible verses! The Praisecast team takes a moment to reflect on the events of September 11, 2001, and the impact it has had on living a life of praise and worship.  They also introduce a new segment called "Would You Rather", a chance to seek answers for life's most ridiculous questions.  For example, would you rather be stranded on a deserted island alone or in Antarctica with a group of friends?  Hmm…

Melissa Joan Hart on Hollywood, Happiness, and Her Most Important Role (Ep. 16)

Jeremy Camp

Singer/songwriter Jeremy Camp joins us to share how a near debilitating time in his life has led into a new season of creativity that includes a new album, “The Story is Not Over” and a forthcoming movie about his life called “I Still Believe”. The Praisecast team updates listeners on the latest “Kanye in the News” and they discuss the six friends every Christian has and the one they really need. Finally, was actress Kimberly Williams-Paisley (“Father of the Bride”) really laughing at Chris at Dollywood?

Jeremy Camp: Faith Tested is Faith Worth Sharing (Ep. 40)

Jefferson Bethke

New York Times bestselling author and YouTube sensation Jefferson Bethke joins us to discuss why today’s accelerated hustle of life is killing us and he shares a few simple ways to slow down to find purpose and meaning in your daily pursuit. The Praisecast team also welcomes a new co-host, they chat about Kanye West’s decision to ditch popular music for good, and the team sifts through several tips on how to best help a friend grow in their faith. Finally, “Are you willing to take a stand on that hill for a lobster?”

Author Jefferson Bethke on Reclaiming Your Life in an Overconnected World (Ep. 39)

Harvest Christian Fellowship Senior Pastor Greg Laurie joins us to chat about the Man in Black’s larger than life presence across American culture and how his faith relates to the journey of everyday Christians. The Praisecast team discusses Lauren Daigle’s recent partnership with a prominent dating app and they try to figure out when to draw the line on texting relationships that just don’t seem to be going anywhere. Just who is this Mr. Singer?

Pastor Greg Laurie on Johnny Cash’s Lasting Spiritual Legacy (Ep. 38)

John Cooper

Skillet front man John Cooper joins us to chat about the disparities he sees in today's Christian music scene and the album that he calls "the soundtrack to triumph". The Praisecast team welcomes a guest host with a rather 'fascinating' family tradition, they discuss the impact that Kanye West's new gospel album could have on popular culture, and the team takes a look at a few back to school products that make you go … hmm? Who wouldn't want an alarm clock that you can only turn off with a key?

Skillet's John Cooper Stands in the Gap with "Victorious" (Ep. 37)

Sam Rodriguez

Pastor, author, movie producer, and television personality Samuel Rodriguez joins us to chat about his new book, "You are Next", which uses the New Testament account of Jesus healing the paralytic man to show that it actually might be us in standing in the way of making our dreams come true. The Praisecast team takes a deep dive into the recent turmoil surrounding notable Christian artists leaving their faith, Bekah determines that Chris is really oblivious to the world around him, and they take a look at a few summer leisure products that make you go … hmm? Who wouldn't want an air conditioned shirt!

Rev. Sam Rodriguez Believes 'You Are Next' (Ep. 36)

Faith &amp; Fitness Magazine founder and publisher Brad Bloom joins us to talk about how the Church can make stronger connections between a person's faith and the fitness lifestyle.  He also tells us how a person can use personal fitness as a tool for healthy and passionate living. The Praisecast team takes a look at a new study from an unlikely source that suggests that your mobile device may be controlling your eating habits, they share some sage advice on what not to do in a perilous situation, and Hannah makes a special announcement that could alter the future of The Praisecast. Quick tip: Donuts are not a tool for healthy living!

Should the Church Care about Fitness? (Ep. 35)

This week, Mr. Rogers' friend and former pastor Dr. George Wirth joins us to share the inside story behind the cultural phenomenon of Mister Rogers' Neighborhood and the new documentary Won't You Be My Neighbor?  Could it be something about living by the Golden Rule? The Praisecast team walks us through a guide to evangelical celebrities and their pastors who are dominating Hollywood, they discuss the importance of Psalm 118:24 and how it applies to daily life, and yes, an all new installment of Products That Make You Go … Hmm? – the Back to School edition.  Did someone say edible pencils?

A Tribute to Mr. Rogers' Enduring Legacy (Ep. 15)

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