Best Best Friend Simulator Podcasts (2024)

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The Case of the Golden Idol Consumes Us 1:10:36

5h ago1:10:36

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This week, the cast explores Color Gray Games' eerie and captivating point-and-click detective game, The Case of the Golden Idol. Stay tuned after the B-Side as we get into spoiler territory with the secret C-Side! B-Side Recommendations: - Inside Man (movie) - Haikyu!! (Anime) - Prey (video game) Next week we'll be playing Katana Zero!…

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S4E20 Meaningful Sisterhood w/ Celeste Aichlmayr & Peri Crane 1:23:00

2h ago1:23:00

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Send us a Text Message. In this episode, Levi and Jerry are joined by Jerry's wife Peri and sister in law Celeste. These two are a hilarious pair of sisters and have some great stories from childhood to share. Listen as they discuss some of their earliest memories, people that God has used in their lives to edify them and at the end enjoy a little …

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Death's Door Gives Us Something to Crow About 43:01

2h ago43:01

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This was a tricky one! The cast describes their experience of playing through Acid Nerve's Death's Door and Jamie realizes that the cast needs controllers! We talk about the cute friends we made along the way in this surprisingly cozy souls-like. B-Side Recommendations: - A Perfect Getaway (Movie) - Jacob's Ladder (Movie) - Double Fine Psychodyssey…

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S4E19 "Invite Yourself Bowling" & Friends Stick Around w/ Jaret Brown 1:39:21

1h ago1:39:21

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Send us a Text Message. In this episode, Levi and Jerry are joined by their long time friend and fellow D&D player, Jaret Brown. Jaret is someone they met when working at the ballpark in high school and has been a part of their lives ever since. Hear how God prompted them to bring Jaret into their friend group for his good early on and eventually l…

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Oxenfree Makes Us Question Our Choices 1:16:09

11d ago1:16:09

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We highly recommend you play through the game before listening to this episode! This week we do a deep dive into the story of Night School Studio's supernatural adventure game, Oxenfree - no spoilers at first but we'll warn you when the time comes. This game had a lot to say and so did we! No B-side this week, as the main discussion went long. All …

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S4E18 Online Ministry Matters w/ Pastor Greg Gallagher 1:26:56

15d ago1:26:56

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Send us a Text Message. The boys are joined by their former Computer Class teacher, Pastor Greg Gallagher. Greg is an incredibly genuine man and has real insights into the current needs for ministry online and serves in a unique role in that way for his church. Enjoy this discussion about how we are influencing one another everyday, some hilarious …

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Game Dev Tycoon (Re)Makes History 49:15

20d ago49:15

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This week, the cast lives the bedroom game developer dream in Greenheart Games' smart, fun business simulator, Game Dev Tycoon! We compare our imaginary careers as video game developers, and discuss the gaming industry history we learned along the way. B-Side recommendations: - Vermintide 2 (Game) - Problemista (Movie) - Blood, Sweat & Pixels by Ja…

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S4E17 Biblical Dinner Guests, John the Baptist and Revelation 45:59

6d ago45:59

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Send us a Text Message. Join Levi, Byron and Jerry as they revisit a discussion topic from a previous episode and decide which biblical figures they're bringing to dinner! Launching off of one of Jerry's choices for a dinner guest, they discuss why John the Baptist is such an impressive and important example in the life of the believer. Finally, th…

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Paper Trail Folds Our Brains Up 51:48

11d ago51:48

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In our coziest episode yet, the cast discusses Newfangled Games' top-down paper-folding puzzle game Paper Trail! This game is simple yet challenging, and once again, brought our thoughts back to our mothers. FYI: We learned after recording that this game contains a pettable cat! B-Side recommendations: - Chained Together (Game) - Purple Kiss (Band)…

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S4E16 Good Reviews, Presidents and Dancing Before The LORD! 1:27:46

1M ago1:27:46

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Send us a text In this episode, join Levi & Jerry as they catch up on a long overdue recognition of a fan and reviewer. Then, they rank a collection of U.S. Presidents based on their capability to survive a zombie apocalypse. And finally, the boys react to a discussion from Wretched radio involving Voddie Baucham's stance on dancing in church. Enjo…

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Moonlighter Puts Us in the Grindset 1:01:58

1M ago1:01:58

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This week, the cast discusses Digital Sun's surprisingly deep rogue-like/management sim Moonlighter! We describe the dungeon crawling and shopkeeping elements of the game and then Jamie has a surprise for the rest of the cast! B-Side recommendations: - Triangle/Triangle of Sadness (Movies) - Sur la Seine (Movie) - A Serious Man/Furiosa (Movies) Nex…

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S4E15 Biblical Anime & Ruddy Handsomeness 1:24:26

1M ago1:24:26

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Send us a text In this episode the boys are back and watch together an epic anime interpretation of the Biblical "I AM" statements and have a discussion surrounding the 2nd commandment. What does a graven image mean and consist of? What sorts of things in our lives are we in need of cutting out in order to better glorify God? We hope this discussio…

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Spiritfarer is Our Favourite Mom Simulator 47:57

1M ago47:57

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For our first episode, we discuss the gameplay, vibes and themes of Thunder Lotus' Spiritfarer! Meet our cast and immediately get to know our thoughts on motherhood and death! B-Side recommendations: Battlestar Galactica Reboot (TV) Nimona (Movie) All Now - The Staves (Album) Next week we'll be playing Moonlighter!…

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S4E14 Farming Simulator & Serving in the Church w/ Kaden Quin 1:30:20

27d ago1:30:20

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Send us a Text Message. In this episode, join Levi, Jerry & Byron as they welcome their special guest Kaden Quinones to the show! Kaden is a brother in Christ, serves in moderation for Christian Influence and serves at Creekside Bible Church in media. Kaden's testimony sheds a great light on the fact that a life of isolation and selfish ambition on…

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S4E13 Our Hollywood Movie Castings & The Gift of Prayer! 1:30:30

2M ago1:30:30

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Send us a text In this episode all three boys are back and discuss first the hollywood actors they think would best play them. Of course, Danny Devito is obligatorily mentioned! Most importantly however, they discuss the gift of prayer and both the inward/outward functions it serves in the life of the believer. Enjoy! Support the Show. Watch the vi…

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S4E12 A Heart for Ministry in Gaming w/ Jamie Harris 1:33:07

2M ago1:33:07

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Send us a Text Message. In this episode Levi & Jerry sit down with Jamie Harris, the CEO of Satellite Gaming and an old friend. Jamie has been a huge help to Christian Influence as we get our feet off the ground as a full fledged ministry. He shares his story on how he came to start Satellite Gaming as well as some of the unique beginning struggles…

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Our Favourite Games 19:42

2M ago19:42

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Welcome to the Netflix Gaming Club! We're creating a reading list of video games that are available for free, right now, on your phone, with a Netflix subscription! But before we start our series, we should probably introduce ourselves, and give you an idea of what we're bringing to the table. We wanted to call this our trailer, but trailers aren't…

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S4E11 Logan Paul & Cliffe Knechtle, Unshifting Puzzle Pieces! 1:45:49

2M ago1:45:49

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Send us a Text Message. In this episode, join Levi & Jerry as they react to Cliffe & Stuart Knechtle's recent appearance on Logan Paul's podcast, Impaulsive. This is such a cool development considering that just a week before this recording the UTI guys had just discussed George Janko's connection to both Logan and Cliffe. Also, get a peak behind t…

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S4E10 Happy Father's Day w/ Jerry Crane II 1:34:40

2M ago1:34:40

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Send us a Text Message. Join the whole crew as they welcome Jerry's dad, Jerry W Crane II, to discuss some of his favorite media, what it means to him to be a parent and how God used both his uncle and father to reach him with the Gospel. Enjoy! Support the Show. Watch the video episode on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCs70sZGRP0UVDLK1s…

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S4E9 "Just the Two of Us" going to the right people! 1:18:45

3M ago1:18:45

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Send us a Text Message. In this episode, join Levi and Jerry as they watch/react to a video from the George Janko show! George discusses some of the hardest times in his life and the questions that have brought him struggle in his faith. Appropriately, he takes these questions to the spiritual leaders/mentors that God has put in his life and the UT…

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S4E8 A.I. Overlords? No Thank You! w/ Jacob Aichlmayr 1:32:20

3M ago1:32:20

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Send us a Text Message. In this episode join Levi, Jerry and their special guest Jacob Aichlmayr! Jacob is Jerry's brother in law and a long time fan of the show, some might say "the biggest UTI." Join them as they get to know Jake better and discuss things like A.I taking over the world, what it was like for Jake to meet his wife Celeste and how y…

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S4E7 "Casually Homeless" w/ Hunter Hoover 1:58:59

3M ago1:58:59

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Send us a Text Message. In this episode join the boys as they bring back a fan favorite guest, Hunter Hoover of PrivyCast, for an extended 2-hour episode! They have the privilege of reuniting over various toilet related discussions, what the modern fruit of good and evil might be and the importance of youth ministry in the lives of young believers.…

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S4E6 Cult or Hypotheticult? The Show Must Go On! 1:23:00

3M ago1:23:00

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Send us a Text Message. In this episode the boys discuss how they would respond to being able to see 10 minutes or 10 years in the future. Jerry finally brings a new segment to the show, "Cult or Hypotheticult!" See how Levi and Byron react and whether or not they are fooled or guess correctly. Most importantly, the boys spend some time watching a …

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S4E5 "It's Tim Time" w/ special guest Tim Nye! 1:13:26

4M ago1:13:26

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Send us a Text Message. In this episode the boys welcome special guest Tim Nye! Video editor extraordinaire, Spiderman aficionado, Suzy Q's pro speed bagger, friend and Christian brother; Tim's guest episode is long overdue! The gang discuss Jonah's deep sea playlist, the people that have made an impact in Tim's life and how he has found deeper fai…

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S4E4 Christ In Gaming 1:35:45

4M ago1:35:45

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Send us a Text Message. In this episode, Levi shares with the other a wild news story from the 20s, Byron discusses Interstellar and Jerry brings a couple of video game trailers for them to react to. Can video games be used for Christ? More specifically, how can video games portray Christ in a meaningful and reverent way? And if so, should they try…

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S4E3 We Apologize To You & The Trump Bible 1:34:43

4M ago1:34:43

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Send us a Text Message. In this episode the boys discuss things like numbers and how they visualize them, jerry's crazy 18 letter fixation, the Bible that Donald Trump endorsed and following how the Holy Spirit convicts you. But, most importantly, Jerry makes things right by apologizing to the UTIs he has offended in the past! Enjoy the episode! Su…

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S4E2 Toe Dexterity, Drama Productions & Groomsmen 1:23:22

4M ago1:23:22

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Send us a text In this episode join the guys as they discuss some hilarious foot related stories, Levi's recent drama class production at the school and then they view some hilarious wedding photos from Jerry & Peri's wedding! Please enjoy :) Support the Show. Watch the video episode on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCs70sZGRP0UVDLK1sGSD…

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S4E1 Genesis 4: We Heard Your Calls! 55:44

5M ago55:44

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Send us a Text Message. Join us again for the first time in many months for an episode of Under The Influence! The boys discuss some of the obvious and major changes since season 3, encourage one another to continue to do what pleases the Lord and discuss Ecc 4:12. Unity is remarkably important amongst Christian brothers & sisters and this season t…

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S3E24 Revelation 3: A Symposium in Session 2:10:54

11M ago2:10:54

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Send us a Text Message. In this special finale episode of Season 3 of Under The Influence, the boys welcome Mr. Matt Conniry to the show for a special symposium of discussions. In the spirit of the ancient Greeks they decidedly drone on for much too long about a myriad of heady and ridiculous topics. For those who enjoy longwinded and perhaps intri…

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S3E23 Trump Turkeys and Revisiting Sleeper Agents 1:10:26

11M ago1:10:26

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Send us a Text Message. In this episode Jerry, Jude and Levi are back at it again after a couple weeks of no recording. So, you know you're in for a lot of ridiculous banter. After some hilarious discussion about Trump and his stellar turkey pardoning job they discuss a recent funny Red Robin story and react to a video from John Cooper. Cooper is t…

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S3E22 Hot Sauce Zealots Go Back To The Word w/ Chris Shibley 1:29:11

11M ago1:29:11

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Send us a Text Message. In this episode the boys are joined by their new on site producer, Chris Shibley! Chris brings a new and particularly welcome voice to the podcast and is thrilled to help make the show a more streamlined, cohesive and enjoyable experience for the listener/viewer. But, before he could join the crew he needed to pass the test …

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S3E21 An Audience, A Fridge, and a Predestined Arminian 1:10:20

12M ago1:10:20

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Send us a Text Message. In this episode all four UTI Guys are back together again. Recently fed a full meal of biscuits and gravy from their new on location producer Chris, they are ready to go! They are all over the place this week, could you be predestined to be an Arminian? What would it have been like to be chosen by God to write the book of Re…

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S3E20 Tou Thao, An Example of Bravery and Integrity 46:56

12M ago46:56

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Send us a Text Message. In this shorter episode than most, the boys continue their previous discussion about how Christians should be presenting themselves in media. They then reminisce on some recent D&D shenanigans and finish it all up with a convicting discussion regarding the recent trial and sentencing of Tou Thao. What does it mean to have in…

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S3E19 Movies, Kettle Corn and Supporting Good Media 1:07:23

12M ago1:07:23

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Send us a Text Message. The boys are all back and have a fun discussion about a ton of different movies, how Jerry and Levi did at the kettle corn show and then the importance of Sound of Freedom's success. Continue this discussion over on our discord! Why is media like Sound of Freedom important and how should Christians support it? Enjoy! Support…

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S3E18 Fly Fishing and Water Bottle Stickers w/ Ade Williams 1:02:51

1y ago1:02:51

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Send us a text In this episode, Jerry & Levi are both gone taking care of kettle corn business in Roseburg. Struggling to hold down the fort on their own, Jude & Byron enlist the help of the young Adam Williams Jr. Full of tire related wisdoms and a free fly fishing masterclass, he enraptures them with his humor and wit. So, please enjoy a break fr…

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S3E17 You Always Have Something To Give 1:07:13

1y ago1:07:13

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Send us a Text Message. In this episode the boys discuss the hilarity of recent media and just how important it is to be of a joyful and giving disposition. Jerry then recounts some stories from his workday the day before and how God reminded him to be a helpful person. And finally, they discuss what it is that Believers always have to offer even w…

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S3E16 Killer Bees & Writing God in Fiction 1:12:16

1y ago1:12:16

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Send us a Text Message. The classic quartet is back and here to discuss killer bees, bee venom immunity, and how they feel about the way God has been written into fiction in the past. Tell us what you think about this discussion over on Discord! Enjoy Support the Show. Watch the video episode on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCs70sZGRP0U…

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S3E15 Peter Pan Laughs & Christian Media 1:22:18

1y ago1:22:18

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Send us a text Your original three to the podcast return again, but this time with a ton of fun stories. Life has had a lot going lately and they have things to discuss! Baseball, how each other laugh, the Justice League and Christian Media. Sound of Freedom recently released and the story of its production and subsequent box office success/recepti…

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S3E14 The One Where Jerry Proposed 1:25:52

1y ago1:25:52

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Send us a text In this episode the boys are joined by Jerry's recently engaged fiancée, Peri Wood! She has been a top pick for a guest spot for some time and brings a delightful insight in conversation and joyful energy for the show. Finally, now that they are engaged, they felt comfortable having her make an appearance on the podcast! The episode …

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S3E13 Byronnal Beats 1:26:44

1y ago1:26:44

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Send us a Text Message. In this episode all four boys are back in the speaker seats again! They discuss some old high-school shenanigans and a similar topic about knowing God's will for their lives. What does it mean to make a rash oath and how are we accountable for the words we say? Find out their thoughts in this episode! Support the Show. Watch…

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S3E12 Breaking Down Bathroom Barriers w/Hunter Hoover 1:46:00

1y ago1:46:00

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Send us a Text Message. In this episode enjoy Byron, Jerry and Jude as they are joined by special guest, Hunter Hoover. Hunter is a friend of the show, former D&D player and fellow podcaster extraordinaire! Hunter is the host of his very own show "Privycast," the show about bathroom recorded in his home bathroom. He brings a delightful energy, joyf…

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S3E11 The World's Gonna World...But, Do We Have To? 1:10:20

1y ago1:10:20

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Send us a Text Message. In this episode, your original three join forces once more to discuss recent crazy on route shenanigans and the difficult space Christians have to navigate in the world today... especially politically. Support the Show. Watch the video episode on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCs70sZGRP0UVDLK1sGSDozQ Join our comm…

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S3E10 Johnny Bravo, Satellite Gaming, and Serving Intentionally 1:19:17

1y ago1:19:17

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Send us a text In this episode the boys discuss the recent Satellite Gaming Community event they had volunteered at, but this time with Jerry present! Hear about some more of the fun opportunities they all had to serve and the ways Jerry particularly loved his role. Enjoy! Support the Show. Watch the video episode on Youtube: https://www.youtube.co…

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S3E9 Gaga's Return & Being IN Christ 1:45:43

1y ago1:45:43

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Send us a Text Message. What does it mean to "Be IN Christ?" And what does it mean for "Christ to be IN us?" This week, the boys discuss exactly this as they welcome back a fan favorite guest, Jude and Jerry's Grandfather, Daniel Wray. You may know him instead though, as Gaga. He is excited to be back and the guys just love hearing what he has to s…

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S3E8 Vikings, Pillows, and Drive-Thru Forgiveness 1:12:31

1y ago1:12:31

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Send us a Text Message. In this episode join Byron, Jerry and Jude as they discuss their sadness over the absence of their co-host Levi. While seeking to fill his tremendous shoes, they tell stories of recent messy family moments, their understanding of a political scandal, and the many ways Christians should be practicing forgiveness in their ever…

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S3E7 Just the Bros 1:07:38

1y ago1:07:38

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Send us a Text Message. In this episode, join Levi, Jude and Byron while they navigate the stresses of leading podcast discussion without the wisdom of their fearless leader Jerry. Despite their mischaracterizations, they seem to feel lost without him! However, they pick up the ball magnificently, and have a delightful conversation updating their l…

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S3E6 The Sick, The Pale, and The Elephant Man 1:13:13

1y ago1:13:13

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Send us a Text Message. In this episode enjoy your original cast Levi, Jerry and Jude. Byron was out for work, so its up to the original cast to hold down the fort. Discussions of heaven, laundry, dressers and living like you've been saved fill this episode. We hope you enjoy! Support the Show. Watch the video episode on Youtube: https://www.youtub…

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S3E5 Satellite Gaming w/ Austin Zahn 1:21:06

1+ y ago1:21:06

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Send us a Text Message. Join the boys as they enjoy some great company, their guest Austin Zahn brings a ton of fun and laughter as he talks about an exciting and effective ministry he's been a part of, Satellite Gaming. Similarities between Satellite Gaming and Christian Influence are abundant, but distinct differences in our missional philosophie…

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S3E4 Our Stars Have Aligned 1:24:18

1+ y ago1:24:18

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Send us a Text Message. In this episode the boys discuss ghosts, the lives we live now and the ways in which believers should react to the astrological star sign mumbo jumbo of the world! Support the Show. Watch the video episode on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCs70sZGRP0UVDLK1sGSDozQ Join our community and online discussion: discord.g…

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S3E3 Be A Helpful Person 1:20:18

1+ y ago1:20:18

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Send us a Text Message. In this episode, the boys discuss Pokemon, Hunger Games, a serious debate over Garlic Bread and the importance of being a helpful person! Enjoy :) Support the Show. Watch the video episode on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCs70sZGRP0UVDLK1sGSDozQ Join our community and online discussion: discord.gg/christianinflue…

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