Best Natalie Pray Podcasts (2024)

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Author/Narrator NATALIE NAUDUS on "Gay the Pray Away" 39:24

22d ago39:24

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Today we have Natalie Naudus on the show. Natalie is a brilliant Audie-Award winning narrator of over 400 books. We get into that a little in this interview. But mostly we talk about her writing and celebrate the release of her debut novel. It's called "Gay the Pray Away" and it is the #1 Best Seller in Coming of Age Fiction for Teens on Amazon thi…

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Jet Lag, Tattoos, and a Magical F%cking Trip to Portugal 38:33

1h ago38:33

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In this solo episode, freshly back from her epic trip to Portugal, Gabrielle spills the tea on how it all went down! First off… F%cking jet lag is the worst! Especially when your 10-month-old doesn’t sleep on the 10-hour flight over during his scheduled bed time. But despite the tough start, Gabrielle is reenergized as soon as she meets up with the…

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Psalms 04: God Draws Near in Our Pain 15:32

21m ago15:32

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Individual Lament Psalms: 3, 4, 7, 9, 10, 13, 17, 25, 28, 31, 39, 42, 43, 55, 61, 64, 70, 71, 77, 86, 120, 141, 142 In this week’s episode, we're looking at the individual lament psalms, or those that express grief or sorrow to God. These psalms are weighty, but they offer us a beautiful example of how lament can lead us to hope. GET THE PSALMS REA…

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Finding that Emotional F%cking Connection with Therapy Jeff 45:39

3d ago45:39

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Therapy Jeff is back by popular demand! He’s been called “the dating whisperer for the social media age,” and truthfully who the f%ck are we to argue with that? With humor, empathy, and a heavy dose of reality, the three-time guest jumps right into a deep dive on relationships, exploring how to maintain that passion between partners, what to do if …

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Psalms 03: Christ in the Psalms 13:43

4d ago13:43

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Messianic Psalms: 2, 8, 16, 22, 34, 35, 40, 41, 45, 68, 69, 109, 110, 118 In this week’s podcast episode, we’re looking at messianic psalms, which are those that contain references or prophecies that point to our long-awaited Messiah, Jesus Christ. These psalms shape our understanding of who Jesus is! We pray this episode prompts you to see more of…

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Trip Planning, Turning 50, and Living In The F%cking Moment with Taymour Ghazi 43:48

9d ago43:48

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Pull out your suitcases, FMLers, cause we’re packing our sh*t and gettin the f%ck outta here! Well, Gabrielle and Tay are...to Portugal, baby! And, oh yes, Stone is coming too. In this episode, Tay and Gabrielle unpack all the big feelings that are bubbling up about their trip they are about to embark on and share that even though it will be challe…

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Psalms 02: God's Way of Wisdom 16:20

14d ago16:20

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Wisdom Psalms: Psalm 1, 14, 36, 37, 49, 53, 73, 112, 127, 128, 133 In this week’s podcast episode, we’re chatting with Dane Ortlund about the Psalms. In our conversation, Dane gives some incredibly helpful background, overview, and context that will help you as you dive into the book of the Psalms. He also offers a wealth of encouragement to those …

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“God is Restoring the World” Luke 4:14–21 (Stephen Field) 29:48

12d ago29:48

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How we imagine our story ends will effort how we live. If we imagine that all our worldly efforts will ultimately be fruitless as God destroys all things, then we will see our efforts as largely futile. But if we see that God is working by His Spirit to restore creation, and we are invited to play our part, then our lives and our work take on a who…

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The Best of Season One 47:07

15d ago47:07

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This is our 40th episode and the end of Season One! This first year of the podcast has flown by. I'm so grateful to everyone who has tuned in, shared episodes, rated us, reviewed us... it's all meant so much to me. For this final episode of the season we thought it would be fun to go back in time and celebrate some of my favorite moments from this …

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The Past, the Present, and the F%cking Possibilities with Natalie Lucia 40:57

16d ago40:57

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Listen, we all need some clarity and reassurance in our lives, right? Good f%cking thing there are humans like Natalie Lucia on this planet to help guide us through it. Natalie is a psychic medium (and long time FMLer) who connects us to our loved ones in the spirit world using her powerful gifts. She also gives readings about the possibilities tha…

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Psalms 01: Dwelling in the Heart of God with Dane Ortlund 47:28

24d ago47:28

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Read: Psalm 119 In this week’s podcast episode, we’re chatting with Dane Ortlund about the Psalms. In our conversation, Dane gives some incredibly helpful background, overview, and context that will help you as you dive into the book of the Psalms. He also offers a wealth of encouragement to those who are walking through what the psalmist calls “th…

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Navigating Tough F%cking Times 36:10

23d ago36:10

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In the life of a parent (and let's face it, everyday human being), there are hard weeks, and then there are F%CKING HARD weeks! This is one of those weeks. Gabrielle lays it all down for us in this raw and emotional episode, detailing her recent challenges in co-parenting as well as the overwhelming feeling of responsibility as both a new mom while…

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Playwright/Performer ELIZA BENT on "Being Careful What You Get Good At" 44:31

28d ago44:31

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Today we have my friend Eliza Bent on the show. Eliza and I go way back. She is a playwright and a performer whose Bentertainments include solo works, plays, adaptations, and hybrid affairs. She makes short films. She speaks Italian. She has degrees in philosophy and playwriting and she's on faculty at Northwestern University’s Radio TV & Film depa…

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Media, Motherhood and F%cking Perspective with Sonni Abatta 40:43

1M ago40:43

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This week, Gabrielle and the incredible Sonni Abatta dive into the wild f%cking kaleidoscope of motherhood in today's polarized media world. Emmy-nominated journalist and mother of three, Sonni Abatta, offers up some candid and honest insights into what she’s learned from 15 years of interviewing people from all walks of life and how the most diffi…

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Four Kinds of Doubt - with Shawn 46:14

1M ago46:14

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Send us a Text Message. After Shawn saw some shorts where I talked about "Four Kinds of Doubt," he wondered if doubt was getting a little too complicated. "Isn't doubt just doubt?" I love that he had me on his podcast to talk about kinds of doubt, how to identify them, and how to work through them. What a great conversation! While on, I also unveil…

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“Following Jesus Into Connection With People” Matthew 4:18–22 (Stephen Field) 32:21

1M ago32:21

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Jesus calls us all to follow Him. But where does Jesus lead us? The answer is, “Into connection: connection with God and connection with our neighbours.” When the disciples followed Jesus they found themselves going into homes the rich and the poor, the powerful and the overlooked, the religious and the sinner. Jesus’ ministry centred on connecting…

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Writer/Performer AMY STAATS on Overcoming Perfectionism 55:09

1M ago55:09

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Today we have my friend Amy Staats on the show. Amy is an actor, writer, producer, director... you name it, she does it. This conversation was so much fun for me. We talk about Van Halen, understudying on Broadway, writing plays, developing projects for TV and film, and overcoming perfectionism. Amy's currently doing an experiment where she shares …

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Wisdom, Self-Love and Some F%cking Intuition with Eboni Banks 36:09

1M ago36:09

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Get ready to listen to your f%cking intuition. This week, Gabrielle sits down with Eboni Banks, a spiritual teacher and clair-tangent (think clairvoyant but for touch) who knows a thing or two about connecting with your inner self. Eboni and Gabrielle go deep into what a healing journey looks like and share tons of practical insights and tools on h…

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“Mending Our World” Galatians 5:16–17, 22–26 (Stephen Field) 23:45

1M ago23:45

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God has called us to participate with Him in His work of mending. The world is broken in so many ways: broken people, broken relationships, broken systems, broken communities. And, we also are broken in our own way. But the very parts of us that are the most broken are exactly the parts that God is wanting to mend in us, so we can then go and mend …

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NYTimes Bestselling Author JODI LIPPER on the Art of Ghostwriting 52:14

2M ago52:14

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Today we have NY Times Bestselling Author Jodi Lipper on the show. Jodi is a Collaborative Writer, also known as a Ghostwriter. I've always been interested in how this process works but I thought it was super secretive and I didn't want to pry. Well Jodi let me pry for this podcast episode and I'm so happy she did. I'm amazed at how many skills it …

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Riding The F%cking Wheel of Life with Taymour Ghazi 39:22

2M ago39:22

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Grab a box of tissues and maybe your favorite bottle. In this vulnerable and raw episode, Gabrielle and her husband Tay dive into the recent shitstorm that is their life currently. From financial, work, and co-parenting challenges, they are riding the struggle bus and not holding back. Tay reflects on his father's wisdom about the ever-turning whee…

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Legalism & Elitism: Seeds of Future Doubt - with Austin 45:02

2M ago45:02

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Send us a Text Message. In this episode I talk with Austin Noll, author "A Jumble of Crumple Papers" and host of "The Crumpled Papers Podcast." I found myself relating to so much of what Austin said in his book that I wanted to talk with him about it. Our conversation brought so much clarity to exactly why legalism, elitism, and church abuse cause …

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Chapter 7 // TRUTH When You're DEPRESSED 12:03

2M ago12:03

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"So here's the thing that I think is so helpful: there's not resolution in this Psalm. And I know that's gonna sound really dark, but sometimes I think we need to feel like we're not alone in there not being a solution." —Natalie Abbott On today's episode: What do you do when you feel depressed? Today, Natalie and Vera talk about the dark seasons o…

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Chapter 12 // TRUTH When You Have TROUBLES 11:11

2M ago11:11

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"Jesus declared his victory in the middle of his trouble." — Vera Schmitz, Dwell Differently On today's episode: Vera and Natalie talk about the significance of the timing of Jesus's declaration that he has (already) overcome the world. Because he declares victory even before his death and resurrection, we can have peace in our own unresolved troub…

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Chapter 8 // TRUTH When You're AFRAID 11:42

2M ago11:42

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"I need physical cues of God's past faithfulness in order to coach my head and heart toward strength and courage in my current fears." — Vera Schmitz, Dwell Differently On today's episode: Vera and Natalie are talking about fear. They talk about how this verse isn't trite or shallow, but the very thing that we need when we do hard things, things th…

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Chapter 10 // TRUTH When You CAN'T PRAY 11:50

2M ago11:50

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"God wants to be near you. He will be near you, even in your silence. Sitting in silence with him is a great place to start." — Vera Schmitz On today's episode: What do you do when the very thing you need to do (pray) is the very thing you feel like you can't do? Today, Vera and Natalie talk about how the Spirit of God prays for us when we don't kn…

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Chapter 4 // TRUTH When You Feel INSECURE 11:37

2M ago11:37

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"If [my confidence] is based on Jesus and who he is and his acceptance of me and his love for me...then all of a sudden, I am secure." — Natalie Abbott On today's episode: What are your shaky foundations? Where are you out in the wasteland trying to pull life-giving water out of dry sand? What are the things you're putting your trust in instead of …

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Chapter 13 // Keep Singing That Song 10:58

2M ago10:58

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"That's my hope...that you would have caught a glimpse of the real-life way of applying God's Word to your life, of dwelling in God's Word, of knowing it and allowing it to just be the most grounding thing for you, and that it's helped you overcome the things that you're struggling with." — Natalie Abbott On today's episode: Vera and Natalie wrap u…

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Chapter 5 // TRUTH When You Feel UNACCEPTED 12:44

2M ago12:44

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"That is actually the biggest nightmare that anyone could ever have: You have done a bad thing, and there is no forgiveness for you. But the best news is...you have done a bad thing (you've maybe done a lot of bad things) and there is forgiveness for you. This is the message of this verse. This is the message of Scripture for us: that Christ has ma…

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Chapter 11 // TRUTH When You Need REST 11:04

2M ago11:04

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"O my weary and burdened friend, this rest is for you! Do you know you need it? That's all you need to know." — Natalie Abbott, Dwell Differently On today's episode: What are some of the ways you seek superficial rest when you really need the soul rest of Christ? How can you seek him first for the deep rest you need the next time you find yourself …

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Chapter 2 // TRUTH to Overcome NEGATIVE THINKING 11:05

2M ago11:05

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"We can create new paths in our brains. That is a very possible thing for us! Just like we create those superhighways of negativity, we can actually create superhighways of positivity, of truth, of God's Word. And that's what we're trying to help you do in this book." — Natalie Abbott On today's episode: Vera and Natalie talk about their own tenden…

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Chapter 9 // TRUTH When You Need DIRECTION 12:20

2M ago12:20

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"Every day I wake up and it's a battle and a challenge and a choice to pause in the morning and ask the Lord, "What would you have me do with this day?" OR hit the ground and immediately start thinking about my schedule and all the things I need to do and all the boxes I need to check...this verse is a true daily surrendering...it is the perfect pr…

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Chapter 3 // TRUTH When You Feel UNLOVED 11:17

2M ago11:17

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"When we follow Jesus, when we accept God's love, we are children of God. And that's beautiful." — Vera Schmitz On today's episode: Vera and Natalie talk in detail about the radical love God has for us when we trust in Jesus. They answer this question: What do you most need to hear and believe about God's love for you—that it's dependable, extravag…

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Chapter 6 // TRUTH When You're ANXIOUS 12:13

2M ago12:13

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"Whatever you're anxious about, it's real. Don't feel dumb or ashamed because other people don't deal with the thing you're dealing with in the same way that you're dealing with it." — Vera Schmitz On today's episode: Vera and Natalie are talking about anxiety. This is something Vera has struggled with over the years in big and small ways, and her …

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Award-Winning Audiobook Narrator THÉRÈSE PLUMMER on Going Into the Silence 45:51

2M ago45:51

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Today our guest is my dear friend Thérèse Plummer. If you are an audiobook listener there is a very strong chance you've had this lady's voice in your ears. She's a beautiful storyteller, a kind soul and a hella strong human being. Almost three years ago she was in ahead-on car collision with a drunk driver and she's been on a relentless journey to…

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Fame, Loss, Motherhood and F%cking Magic with Jennifer Love Hewitt 52:08

2M ago52:08

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This episode is a f%cking treat for anyone who grew up in the 90s and early 2000s as Gabrielle sits down with the forever iconic Jennifer Love Hewitt. Bursting with nostalgia, this conversation dives deep into Jennifer’s multifaceted journey through fame, motherhood, and profound loss. Jennifer gets candid about her upbringing in the entertainment …

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Broadway Performer CHARLIE POLLOCK on Working with David Bowie and Dolly Parton 57:11

2M ago57:11

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Today our guest is Charlie Pollock. Charlie is an incredible singer and actor. He's worked with the likes of Dolly Parton, David Bowie, John Mellencamp... the list goes on. Every time I see him onstage whether in a Broadway show or playing in his awesome band, I'm so jazzed by how he operates. Charlie is just one of those magnetic artists you can't…

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Taylor Swift Takeways & Raising the F%cking Bar 34:39

2M ago34:39

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Gabrielle is one-on-one with the FMLers this week as she dives into everything that’s been on her mind lately including Taylor Swift’s new album and the takeaways, exciting yet hectic summer travel plans, her forthcoming book, and one of your FML stories! The Tortured Poets Department is definitely not a record for the faint of heart, and Gabrielle…

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Emmy-Nominated Composer SIDDHARTHA KHOSLA on "This is Us" and "Only Murders in the Building" 52:32

2M ago52:32

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I am so excited for today's episode. If you've ever talked with me about TV, you know my absolute favorite show of all time is This is Us. It's one of those shows that's so deep in my bones I have to hold myself back from referencing it on a daily basis to my friends and family. Well today I got to take a deep dive and talk about it as much as I wa…

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Swiping, Stripping and Setting F%cking Standards with Mark Rosenfeld 42:49

2M ago42:49

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This week, Gabrielle hosts some good old-fashioned girl talk with a twist, welcoming the wonderful Mark Rosenfeld to the show. Mark, a life coach with an eclectic past that includes stints as a veterinarian and a stripper (yes, you read that right!), is opening up about his journey from struggling with social anxiety to becoming a beloved life coac…

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What Would It Take For An Atheist to Believe? - with Dr. Harmon 44:36

2M ago44:36

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Send us a Text Message. In this episode I talk with Dr. Jana Harmon, author of Atheists Finding God. For her book (and PhD) she interviewed 50 former atheists because she wanted to know, what would it take for an atheist to believe in Christianity? I thought that topic might be of interest to those who are wondering about themselves, what would it …

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Back to the Basics 08: Made to Worship with Natalie Brand 54:13

2M ago54:13

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In this episode, Hunter talks with Natalie Brand about how we were made to worship God. They talk about what a grace it is that our self-revealing, Triune God has chosen to reveal himself to his people, and they remind listeners of the beauty and importance of good theology. We pray that this episode encourages you to strive for theological soundne…

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Playwright LIA ROMEO on Leaving Questions Unanswered 45:39

3M ago45:39

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Today we have my dear friend Lia Romeo on the show. She's one of the smartest and most generous playwrights I know. Her new play STILL is having its New York Premiere right now. It opened last night at the DR2 Theater in Union Square. It's presented by Colt Coeur with direction by Adrienne Campbell-Holt and features performances by Jayne Atkinson a…

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Baby F%cking Blues in Texas 43:00

3M ago43:00

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Saddle up, y’all; this one is a journey! In this episode, Gabrielle and Tay dish on their recent nightmare-ish travels to Texas with their sweet angel baby boy, emphasizing that traveling with a little one is no f%cking joke. Initially planned as a simple podcast recording trip, it turned into a test of endurance with a cramped flight, an inadequat…

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Back to the Basics 07: Evangelism with Amy DiMarcangelo 45:41

3M ago45:41

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In this conversation, Hunter is chatting with Amy DiMarcangelo about evangelism. They talk about what the gospel actually is, why it is good news, and what it is that compels us to share this good news with an unbelieving world. Amy offers encouragement to those who might feel hesitant or unequipped to evangelize, and she reminds us how beautiful i…

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