Best Matt Wertz Podcasts (2024)

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100: Celebrating the 100th Episode 1:59:47

7d ago1:59:47

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To celebrate the GMP's 100th episode, Dave hand picks some of his favorite tracks from the 7-year history of the show. This podcast has featured over 1,000 songs - so picking 21 favorites of those was NOT easy. Also listen for a special "Episode 100 only" listener contest. --- TRACK LIST FOR EP.100 --- Take My Hand - Russ Mohr (ft. We Are Root Mod)…

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67: Gileah Taylor, Riki Michele, LOVKN 45:52

10d ago45:52

45:52

We have more ways for you to move from being a fan to being a good patron of the music you love - including a rundown of several current crowdfunding campaigns. Garret also has a one-on-one interview with indie singer-songwriter LOVKN. --- SPOTLIGHT CAMPAIGN --- * Gileah Taylor - Slow Parade * https://gileahtaylor.bandcamp.com/album/slow-parade-2 -…

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58: Charlie Peacock + Andi Ashworth 1:14:56

14d ago1:14:56

1:14:56

S07 E07: It's our first ever multicast shared interview with the 'Between You & Me' podcast with Jessica Morris. Together we interview husband-wife purveyors good Charlie Peacock and Andi Ashworth. --- CREDITS --- Host/Producer - Dave Trout Jessica's 'Between You & Me' podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/between-you-me-podcast/id1440975…

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99: Matt Wheeler Co-Hosts 1:06:00

1M ago1:06:00

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Pennsylvania-based singer-songwriter Matt Wheeler joins us as our guest co-host and he gets to pick out all the music. --- TRACK LIST FOR EP.99 --- 1934 - Matt Wheeler Keeper - Jonathan Ogden Is There Room Enough For Me - Zane Vickery Wearing Love - Joy Ike Orchestrated Love Song - Burlap To Cashmere Grateful - Morgan Harper Nichols Total Praise - …

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57: Andrew Greer 1:17:26

2M ago1:17:26

1:17:26

S07 E06: It's a true honor to talk to an artist that has stood in UTR's corner from our earliest days (when we were "Under The Radar"). Andrew Greer has developed into a creative powerhouse - songwriter, producer, author, TV host, journalist, artist manager, filmmaker, and podcaster. We touch on it ALL in this extended interview, primarily focused …

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66: Mad at the World, Charlie Peacock, Phil Madeira 19:25

2M ago19:25

19:25

Garret has a monthly challenge involving artists on Patreon... and some practical ways to get involved in current crowdfunding campaigns. --- SPOTLIGHT CAMPAIGN --- Mad at the World - Love and Despair https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/matw2024/mad-at-the-world-love-and-despair --- OTHER CAMPAIGNS --- * Seth Davey - Kingdom Rising - https://www.k…

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98: Best Gourmet Songs of 2023, Pt.2 1:33:28

2M ago1:33:28

1:33:28

We continue to feature more of our UTR Critics Panel's picks of the best individual songs of the year-gone-by. In fact, this is a supersized episode with over 90-mins of some of the most meaningful music released last year. --- TRACK LIST FOR EP.98 --- New Wine (Is My Bible a Barricade?) - Chris Llewellyn Jesus Loves You (And I'm Trying) - Jason Gr…

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56: Tina Boonstra + Candace Coker 1:07:49

2M ago1:07:49

1:07:49

S07 E05: Our two guests today are both critically-acclaimed international singer-songwriters... recently honored by being (respectively) the UTR Critics Panel's picks as the #1 and #2 Top Gourmet Albums of 2023. Enjoy getting to know Tina Boonstra and Candace Coker. --- TRACK LIST FOR S07 E05 --- “Martha” - Tina Boonstra “City of Doubt” - Tina Boon…

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65: The Call, Jon Gibson, Beach Chapel Music 27:50

2M ago27:50

27:50

Garret has a monthly challenge for you to become a good patron... and some practical ways to get involved on current crowdfunding campaigns. --- SPOTLIGHT CAMPAIGN --- The Call - Lost Tapes Plus https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/thecallband/the-call-new-album-unreleased-tracks-remastered-lps/ --- OTHER CAMPAIGNS --- * Leslie Perez - 5 song EP - …

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97: Best Gourmet Songs of 2023, Pt.1 1:13:04

3M ago1:13:04

1:13:04

Not only did the UTR Critics Panel help pick out the top gourmet albums of the year, but we also asked them to identify the best individual tracks of 2023. We feature 15 selections from that list on today's show. --- TRACK LIST FOR EP.97 --- “I’m Alive” - Paul Zach ft. Page CXVI “Here For You” - Christa Wells “The Lord Will Provide” - Jon Guerra “F…

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64: Dr. Leah Payne 58:41

3M ago58:41

58:41

On this special episode, Garret has an exclusive interview with Dr. Leah Payne - co-host of the 'Rock That Doesn't Roll' podcast, and author of the upcoming book 'God Gave Rock & Roll To You.' --- CAMPAIGNS & LINKS --- * Leah's book preorder - https://global.oup.com/academic/product/god-gave-rock-and-roll-to-you-9780197555248?cc=us&lang=en& * RSVP …

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96: Top 11 Gourmet Albums of 2023 1:06:18

3M ago1:06:18

1:06:18

This one is a delight to produce... our favorite UTR tradition. Now, for the 15th consecutive year, we present to you an audio countdown of the Top 11 Gourmet Albums of the Year! -- TRACK LIST FOR EP.96 -- Everything Belongs - Cory Asbury [from 'Pioneer'] Be Kind - Jason Gray [from 'Land of the Living'] When You Forgive Someone - Needtobreathe [fro…

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95: Best of 2023 - Honorable Mentions 40:25

4M ago40:25

40:25

Happy New Year! We begin the year by featuring our Critics Panel's picks for some of the best music released over the last 12 months. Today we feature six albums that fell just outside our "Top 11 List" of the year - but are still completely worthy of your time and attention. -- TRACK LIST FOR EP.95 -- Let A Little Light In - Jon Guerra [from 'Ordi…

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94: An All-2023 Christmas 1:46:34

4M ago1:46:34

1:46:34

This is our final podcast of 2023 - and it's the longest of the year - as we pile in 23 stellar Christmas songs... all released in 2023. Happy Holidays to all! --- TRACK LIST FOR EP.94 --- Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas - The Royal Halls Hark! The Herald Angels Sing - Melanie Penn Wonderful Christmastime - Blessing Offor Shine a Little Ligh…

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55: Paul Demer 31:27

4M ago31:27

31:27

S07 E04 - We welcome Texas-based singer-songwriter Paul Demer to talk about his new Christmas album "The Hope and Fear of All the Years." --- TRACK LIST FOR S07 E04 --- O Come, All Ye Faithful - Paul Demer The Song of Simeon - Paul Demer In The Bleak Midwinter - Paul Demer --- CREDITS --- Host/Producer - Dave Trout Paul Demer's music links - https:…

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93: David Mullins Co-Hosts 53:34

5M ago53:34

53:34

What a joy to have David Mullins (pastor, speaker, singer, and younger brother of the late Rich Mullins) here as our special guest co-host... and he's in charge of the holiday music lineup. --- TRACK LIST FOR EP.93 --- Hard To Get - David Mullins (ft. Jonathan Mullins) Matthew's Begats - Andrew Peterson I'll Be Home for Christmas - Jenny & Tyler Si…

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63: Larry Norman, Michael Knott, Too Bad Eugene 28:04

5M ago28:04

28:04

Garret gives a few practical ways to share music with people you know. Plus he introduces us to several crowdfunding campaigns and pre-sales active now. --- SPOTLIGHT CAMPAIGN --- Larry Norman - Live in the UK '77 https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/charles-norman/larry-norman-live-in-the-uk-77 --- OTHER CAMPAIGNS --- Michael Knott - Screaming Bri…

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92: 6 Best Christmas Albums of 2023 41:19

5M ago41:19

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It's a UTR holiday tradition 14 years running! We share our picks of the Best Christmas Albums of the year... and today's show is an audio countdown of our 6 favorites. --- TRACK LIST FOR EP.92 --- O Come, All Ye Faithful - Hollyn Heal and Make Whole - The Soil & the Seed Project Like A Child - Blessing Offor Living Proof - Mac Powell O Little Town…

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91: Thanksgiving Special 1:35:26

5M ago1:35:26

1:35:26

In this extended episode, all of the music are hand-picked on the theme of gratitude. Plus we have seven special guests - including Sara Groves, Andy Gullahorn, Stephen McWhirter, Jason Clayborn, Christa Wells, Jon Troast, and Graham Jones. --- TRACK LIST FOR EP.91 --- Thanks Be To God - Jon Foreman Psalm 100 - The Corner Room Make It Work - Stephe…

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54: Andy Squyres 58:41

5M ago58:41

58:41

S07 E03: We are thrilled to bring you an extended interview with one of today's most gifted songwriters, Andy Squyres. His songs of faith in the midst of heartache and sorrow continue to resonate deeply with people. And his new songs are a shock to some of his super-fans. --- TRACK LIST FOR EP.54 --- Love Never Fails - Andy Squyres What Nobody Shou…

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62: Secret Harbor, Kelsey Breedlove, Indelible Grace 40:25

6M ago40:25

40:25

How can I be involved in the creation of high-quality faith-based music? Garret shares lots of ways - including a bunch of current campaigns & pre-orders. --- SPOTLIGHT CAMPAIGN --- * Secret Harbor - Another Day for the Blue * https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/secretharbor/secret-harbor-vinyl-record-and-cd-another-day-for-the-blue --- OTHER CAMP…

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90: All Debut Artists 59:50

6M ago59:50

59:50

We love discovering high-quality music makers and sharing those with you. It's always been a part of UTR's DNA. Today we introduce you to 13 on-the-rise artists making their GMP debut. --- TRACK LIST FOR EP.90 --- Wilder Path - Josh Gauton Floating - Addison Agen Becoming - Dia Viola ft. Muted Mike Lose Control - Xander Sallows Big Open Sky Flower …

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Sarah Wentzel-Fischer, Quivira Coalition director, on Regenerate 2023 36:49

6M ago36:49

36:49

Sarah Wentzel-Fischer is a farmer, a writer, a connector, an advocate. Officially, she wears several hats. She is the Executive Director of the Quivira Coalition, an organization focused on building soil, biodiversity, and resilience on western working landscapes. Sarah raises pigs and makes compost with her partner on Polk's Folly Farm in northern…

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53: Burlap To Cashmere, pt.2 1:01:06

6M ago1:01:06

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S07 E02 - This Q&A session with Burlap To Cashmere was recorded in historic music venue The Bitter End in NYC during the B2C Fan Weekend (September 2023). --- TRACK LIST --- Other Country - Burlap To Cashmere Divorce [LIVE] - Burlap To Cashmere --- CREDITS --- Host/Producer - Dave Trout Burlap To Cashmere's website - https://burlaptocashmere.com Si…

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89: Melanie Penn Co-Hosts 56:40

6M ago56:40

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Dave is joined by critically-acclaimed singer-songwriter Melanie Penn as the guest host and music picker for the episode! --- TRACK LIST FOR EP.89 --- He's Got the Whole World - Melanie Penn I Will Say Yes - Sarah Kroger Wisdom From Heaven - Jess Ray The In Between - Matt Maher Brick By Brick - Liz Vice Surely - Paul Zach Hold Still - Taylor Leonha…

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Martha Williams, USFWS director, reflects on the ESA at 50 21:21

7M ago21:21

21:21

Martha Williams is the director of the United State Fish and Wildlife Service, the agency responsible for implementing the Endangered Species Act (along with NOAA’s fisheries division). She grew up on a farm in Maryland and studied law at the University of Montana. From 1988 to 2011, she served as legal counsel for the Montana Department of Fish, W…

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61: Wally Brath, Justin Carlson, Bread & Wine Northwest 28:26

7M ago28:26

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Hear all about the latest crowdfunding campaigns and Garret offers the challenge to go see live music. --- SPOTLIGHT CAMPAIGN --- Wally Brath - Connexion A Jazz Psalter https://wallybrathmusic.bandcamp.com/album/connexion-a-jazz-psalter https://www.wallybrathmusic.com/musicstore --- OTHER CAMPAIGNS --- Justin Carlson - We Will All Be Changed - http…

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52: Burlap To Cashmere, pt.1 44:06

7M ago44:06

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S07 E01 - In our season premiere, we bring you an audio recap of the VIP Fan Weekend experience we hosted in New York City with award-winning band Burlap To Cashmere -- TRACK LIST -- Basic Instructions - Burlap To Cashmere Tonight [LIVE] - Burlap To Cashmere -- CREDITS -- Host/Producer - Dave Trout SPONSOR: Steven Hesselman's Kickstarter - https://…

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88: Title Cuts Thru the Decade 1:03:50

7M ago1:03:50

1:03:50

We're featuring title tracks from albums - one per year - from 2013 through 2023. Plus as a bonus, a Rich Mullins song that we've never-before featured in all of UTR's history. --- TRACK LIST FOR EP.88 --- Feed Your Soul - Christa Wells (2013) Goliath - Steve Taylor & The Perfect Foil (2014) Dear Wormwood - The Oh Hellos (2015) God’s Highway - Sand…

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60: Abbey Sitterley, Mixtape Theology, Leslie Perez 25:14

7M ago25:14

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We're back with our season premiere! Garret challenges the community to share the music you love and help grow the artists' fanbase. Plus he shares the latest crowdfunding campaigns. --- SPOTLIGHT CAMPAIGN --- * Abbey Sitterley - self titled https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/sitterley-album/abbey-sitterleys-self-titled-record --- OTHER CAMPAIGNS…

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87: Best Albums & Songs of 2023 (So Far) 1:12:24

8M ago1:12:24

1:12:24

The wait is over & GMP has returned. We are sharing just a sampling of some of the releases that made our list of the "Best Gourmet ALbums & Songs" from the first half of 2023. --- TRACK LIST FOR EP.87 --- Kelly Time - Owl City Redwood - Christa Wells Man on the Run - Colony House Grace Riley - Tina Boonstra Strange Feeling - Drew Holcomb & the Nei…

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Bonus: Season Kickoff 2023 45:21

8M ago45:21

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WE'RE BACK! This bonus podcast teases the return of UTR podcasts, playlists, and SongRx. We also share updates of things we've been working on this year. We also dig into some of the early results of our 2023 UTR Audience Survey. (Don't miss a BIG announcement at the very end of the show!) CREDITS: * Host/Producer - Dave Trout * UTR Audience Survey…

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Bonus: Season Kickoff 2023 45:21

8M ago45:21

45:21

WE'RE BACK! This bonus podcast teases the return of UTR podcasts, playlists, and SongRx. We also share updates of things we've been working on this year. We also dig into some of the early results of our 2023 UTR Audience Survey. (Don't miss a BIG announcement at the very end of the show!) CREDITS: * Host/Producer - Dave Trout * UTR Audience Survey…

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Bonus: Season Kickoff 2023 45:21

8M ago45:21

45:21

WE'RE BACK! This bonus podcast teases the return of UTR podcasts, playlists, and SongRx. We also share updates of things we've been working on this year. We also dig into some of the early results of our 2023 UTR Audience Survey. (Don't miss a BIG announcement at the very end of the show!) CREDITS: * Host/Producer - Dave Trout * UTR Audience Survey…

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Bonus: The Modern West from Wyoming Public Media 28:18

8M ago28:18

28:18

In this bonus episode, we're sharing an episode from our friends at The Modern West from Wyoming Public Media. The Modern West, hosted by Melodie Edwards, is a podcast documenting the evolving identity of the American West. The Rolling Stone: The Great Individualist Part 1. The cowboy roaming horseback across the American West is nearly inextricabl…

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59: Alternative Christian Music Documentary 58:18

10M ago58:18

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In this special edition of Good Patron, we learn about the successful campaign that will help create The Alternative Christian Music Documentary. *** SPOTLIGHT CAMPAIGN *** * John Smeby - Alternative Christian Music documentary * https://www.gofundme.com/f/alternative-christian-music-documentary *** CREDITS *** * Host & Producer - Garret Godfrey * …

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Drought and resilience in the Sonoran Desert with Sarah King 31:04

10M ago31:04

31:04

Sarah King and her husband manage the King’s Anvil Ranch in the Altar Valley, near Tucson, Arizona. Sarah is also the executive director of the Altar Valley Conservation Alliance. AVCA is a watershed based collaborative conservation organization founded in 1995. They use a strongly collaborative, science-based, community driven approach to conserve…

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The big deal on the Colorado River with reporter Luke Runyon 23:38

11M ago23:38

23:38

This week on the On Land Podcast I welcome veteran water reporter Luke Runyon. Luke covers the Colorado River Basin for public radio station KUNC. His podcast, Thirst Gap, digs into stories that show how water issues can both unite and divide communities throughout the Western U.S. Before covering water at KUNC, Luke covered the agriculture and foo…

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Helping our water do more with Aaron Derwingson of the Nature Conservancy 31:11

1y ago31:11

31:11

Today on the show, Western Landowners Alliance's Programs Director Hallie Mahowald had the pleasure of talking to a good friend, Aaron Derwingson. Derwingson is the water projects director for the Nature Conservancy's Colorado River program. He and Hallie both live in Salida, Colorado. Derwingson has piloted water banking and other tools for flexib…

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Building resilience to drought in the West with Dr. Caroline Nash 44:44

1y ago44:44

44:44

On today's episode, Western Landowners Alliance Programs Director Hallie Mahowald was joined by Dr. Caroline Nash, a hydrologist and geomorphologist with the consulting group CK Blueshift LLC. Dr. Nash got her PhD at Oregon State University and has done field work throughout the American West. She has extensive experience in rangeland conservation …

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51: Melanie Penn 35:03

1y ago35:03

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S06 E05 - Let's hang with singer-songwriter Melanie Penn! We talk about the importance of hopeful songs, practical advice for on-the-rise artists, and some of the good and bad sides of the music industry. -- TRACK LIST FOR EP.51 -- The Story - Melanie Penn Psalm 23 - Melanie Penn Just Jump - Melanie Penn Ordinary Day - Melanie Penn -- CREDITS -- Ho…

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86: Best Songs of 2022, pt.2 1:18:47

1y ago1:18:47

1:18:47

We continue our theme from last episode, featuring songs that were cited on our UTR Critics' Panel's list of the "Best Gourmet Songs of 2022." -- TRACK LIST FOR EP.86 -- "Empress in Exile" - Remedy Drive "The In Between" - Aryn Michelle "Apple Tree Lean Down" - Giants & Pilgrims "Our Salvation is Bound Up Together" - Paul Zach "Follow You" - Melani…

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Water in California with Wade Crowfoot, California Secretary of Natural Resources 26:29

1y ago26:29

26:29

Wade Crowfoot was appointed California Secretary for Natural Resources in 2019. As Secretary, Crowfoot oversees an agency of 19,000 employees charged with protecting and managing California’s diverse resources, including its fish and wildlife and rivers and waterways. Before becoming Secretary, Crowfoot served as CEO of the Water Foundation, a nonp…

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58: Paul Zach, Kings Kaleidoscope, Caroline Cobb 47:01

1y ago47:01

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Garret talks about the benefits of pre-saving music on streaming platforms, and also showcases the latest crowdfunding campaigns and presales. -- SPOTLIGHT CAMPAIGN -- * Paul Zach - Four albums in 2023 * https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/paulzachmusic/4-albums-in-2023 -- OTHER CAMPAIGNS -- * John Smeby - Alternative Christian Music documentary -…

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50: Hannah Hubin + Beth Snell Lutz 1:05:22

1y ago1:05:22

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Join our conversation with poet/lyricist Hannah Hubin as we talk about her concept album All The Wrecked Light - plus Beth Snell Lutz shares about her mission to share unreleased early recordings of her friend Rich Mullins, including the new live album Deep Valley. -- TRACKS ON EP.50 -- "10 Years (Shifting Sand)" - Hannah Hubin (ft. Wild Harbors) "…

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Landowners’ Eye on the Capital with Zach Bodhane 26:36

1y ago26:36

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Today we're bringing you a new feature of the On Land podcast: Landowners' Eye on the Capital. In these conversations, we'll be talking with Zach Bodhane, policy director at Western Landowners Alliance. From his vantage in Washington D.C., Zach will share the latest on the most important issues bills and regulations that WLA is working on for lando…

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85: Best Songs of 2022, pt.1 1:16:39

1y ago1:16:39

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Our UTR Critics Panel already helped us vote on the Top Albums, and now they help identify the best & most meaningful individual songs of 2022. Part 1 of 2. -- TRACK LIST FOR EP.85 -- No One Like You - Colorvault (ft. A.Bishai) Everything and More - Citizens Lost Somebody Else - Gabrielle Grace Left It In The Water - We The Kingdom Sunrise 2 Sunset…

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57: Citizens, Waterdeep, Crafted Child 29:31

1y ago29:31

29:31

Garret brings you a new challenge for the month and the latest faith-music crowdfunding campaigns. -- SPOTLIGHT CAMPAIGN -- * Citizens - (Pre-order) I Can't Find the Edges of youhttps://wearecitizens.store/products/i-cant-find-the-edges-of-you-vinyl -- OTHER CAMPAIGNS -- * Waterdeep - The Unusual Tale of Mary & Joseph's Baby - https://www.waterdeep…

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84: Top 11 Gourmet Albums of 2022 1:02:46

1+ y ago1:02:46

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It's UTR's most-anticipated tradition and our favorite podcast episode to produce. Dave counts down the UTR Panel of Critics' picks for the Top 11 Gourmet Albums of 2022. -- TRACK LIST FOR EP.84 -- At Your Mercy - Jess Ray (from 'Born Again') This Beautiful Mystery - Terry Scott Taylor (from 'This Beautiful Mystery') Broken Record - John Van Deusen…

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83: Best of 2022 - Honorable Mentions 37:00

1+ y ago37:00

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We share the 6 fantastic Honorable Mention albums that our critics panel loved, but just fell outside of our collective Top 11 list. Two of the artists are Canadian, and one was a former contestant on The Voice. -- TRACKLIST FOR EP.83 -- "Deep End" - We The Kingdom "Believe" - Blessing Offor "Carry" - Elias Dummer (ft. JJ Heller) "Bound to Come Som…

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