Best David McCracken Podcasts (2024)

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Sheila Heti on Alphabetical Diaries 50:07

2h ago50:07

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Last week we were joined by the wonderful Sheila Heti to celebrate the launch of her Alphabetical Diaries. In taking a decade of her journals, sorting the sentences alphabetically, then paring them down to about a tenth of their original length, Sheila Heti has freed a slice of her life from the shackles of time and in doing so has extracted some o…

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BIG DRIVER Part 1 | "Revenge Stories" (FULL DARK, NO STARS) 16:12

4h ago16:12

16:12

REVENGE vs JUSTICE! Welcome to BIG DRIVER, the second novella in Stephen King's FULL DARK, NO STARS collection. It's the story of a woman raped and left for dead who fights the odds and takes vengeance on her assaulter. Because there's a lot to unpack here, we'll break down the novella into two parts. Part 1 will focus on Revenge Cinema through the…

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Busted Open with Mark Henry & David LaGreca Pt. 2 56:27

4h ago56:27

56:27

This week Johnny & Brando are joined by the hosts of Busted Open, David LaGreca & WWE Hall of Famers Mark Henry! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Johnny Christ & Sound Talent Media

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Busted Open with Mark Henry & David LaGreca Pt. 1 35:03

4h ago35:03

35:03

This week Johnny & Brando are joined by the hosts of Busted Open, David LaGreca & WWE Hall of Famers Mark Henry! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Johnny Christ & Sound Talent Media

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The Hidden Costs of Youth Sports (with David French) 51:35

19m ago51:35

51:35

Curtis Chang and David French delve into the multifaceted impact of youth sports culture on both parents and children. They explore how it demands our time, influences our social status, can strain our finances, and even affects our spiritual well-being. Listen as they uncover the hidden costs of turning what used to be play into a semi-professiona…

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BONUS: Celebrating Dylan Thomas with Cerys Matthews…with exclusive live music from Flora Hibberd! 57:26

32m ago57:26

57:26

To celebrate Dylan Thomas Day 2024 we’re delighted to share this recording of our recent event with award-winning songwriter, author and broadcaster Cerys Matthews. The evening also featured live music from Flora Hibberd and her band, including a brand new song composed for this evening. Enjoy! More from Cerys Matthews: Out of Chaos Comes Bliss: ht…

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Bert McCracken of The Used Pt. 2 1:02:05

9d ago1:02:05

1:02:05

Part 2 of our chat with Bert McCracken of The Used starts with hearing his favorite pop singers, and how that led to his soon to be released solo pop album. We learn how John Feldmann (Goldfinger/producer) is like an extended member of The Used who has played a huge in The Used sound, and as well as the upcoming solo album. Rumors spark as Bert and…

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Bert McCracken of The Used Pt. 1 34:57

1h ago34:57

34:57

Johnny sits down with Bert McCracken of The Used as the two catch up in preparation of the upcoming Avenged Sevenfold and The Used show in Jakarta. Bert shares an entertaining story about the last time he was in Jakarta and gave some very strong weed to Tim Commerford of Prophets of Rage. We also get a DWJ EXCLUSIVE when Bert shares news of an upco…

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Dementia: Living in the Memories of God (with John Swinton) 54:41

5d ago54:41

54:41

Host Curtis Chang engages in a profound and moving conversation with distinguished professor, pastor, and champion of Christian healthcare, John Swinton. Together, they delve into the theology of dementia care, exploring the spiritual dimensions of how God treasures all of His created beings, regardless of their cognitive abilities. Professor Swint…

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PATREON EXCLUSIVE: Interview with Bev Vincent 20:41

3d ago20:41

20:41

Every now and then, we like to open up The Stephen Kingdom vaults and humbly offer the general public a taste of the goods that we provide to our devoted Patrons as exclusive content. When it comes to Stephen King scholars, you'd be hard-pressed to find anyone more knowledgable than this week's guest. Bev Vincent is the author of "The Road to the D…

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Viet Thanh Nguyen on Memory, Migration and Model Minorities 1:03:03

8d ago1:03:03

1:03:03

A few weeks ago, we welcomed Pulitzer Prizewinner Viet Thanh Nguyen to Shakespeare and Company to discuss his engrossing new work A Man of Two Faces: A Memoir, A History, A Memorial, a book about family, and memory, and storytelling, and history, on all the levels that it impacts upon a life. Buy A Man of Two Faces here: https://www.shakespeareandc…

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The Cult of Personality: Corey Glover of Living Colour Pt. 2 33:07

2d ago33:07

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Being an actor in Platoon before being a musician, and still being in contact with that cast who come out to shows. What it was like coming up in the MTV generation phase of the music industry? Living Colour was on the first Lollapalooza, and Corey explains how it has changed to being similar to other festivals today. Corey and Johnny dive into the…

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The Cult of Personality: Corey Glover of Living Colour Pt. 1 30:03

2d ago30:03

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This week Johnny is joined by Corey Glover of the legendary Living Colour! The boys discuss sharing the stage for the first time at Madison Square Garden. Corey talks about the origin of his new band Sonic Universe and its conception at ShipRocked with an all-star roster. Johnny then dissects the album. What was it like having Mick Jagger helping w…

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How Music Makers Help Us Make Sense of God's World (with Sandra McCracken) 1:00:41

2d ago1:00:41

1:00:41

Host Curtis Chang explores the intersection of faith, music, and biblical harmony with acclaimed singer-songwriter Sandra McCracken in a conversation focusing on the craft of scripture-soaked songwriting. While discussing the influences that have shaped Sandra’s art, they unravel the importance of music in our daily lives and worship routines. The …

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Breaking It Down with Keith Wallen Pt. 2 42:18

9d ago42:18

42:18

As the chat gets deeper into hallucinogens, Johnny and Keith talk about the benefits to mental health and the awareness it brings. While expanding new perceptions and how that may affect your song writing and general view on performance. Are Apple Watches recording everything (of course) and WTF is it with Keith and guacamole? These questions are m…

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Breaking It Down with Keith Wallen Pt. 1 35:40

9d ago35:40

35:40

On this weeks episode we hear from Keith Wallen of Breaking Benjamin as he gets set to release a solo album. Johnny and Keith break down the tour they did together, and the mutual friends they share. The two talk about “punishers” in the dressing rooms and how to handle a hangover after hanging out with Danny Worsnop of Asking Alexandria. Keith sha…

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Good Faith Classic: Recovering Our Storytelling Superpower (with Nancy French) 56:23

21d ago56:23

56:23

We can't get enough of our friend Nancy French! Her debut memoir, “Ghosted: An American Story,” is available now. That's why we decided to revisit host Curtis Chang's journey into the realm of storytelling with Nancy as his guide. By embracing the narratives of our lives and recognizing the divine Author behind our individual stories, the duo urges…

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Wen Brazil Wen Pt. 2 38:44

14d ago38:44

38:44

Avenged Sevenfold is coming back to Brazil?!? Yup, listen in for even more details. Become a FILTHY ANIMAL and get access to exclusive content: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC2qKyxOwoa_Uz5d5xCZEUPw/join Explore More Drinks With Johnny: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/drinkswithjohnny Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drinkswithjohnny Faceboo…

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Wen Brazil Wen Pt. 1 33:38

14d ago33:38

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Avenged Sevenfold is coming back to Brazil?!? Yup, listen in for more details. Become a FILTHY ANIMAL and get access to exclusive content: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC2qKyxOwoa_Uz5d5xCZEUPw/join Explore More Drinks With Johnny: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/drinkswithjohnny Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drinkswithjohnny Facebook: ht…

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Ottessa Moshfegh on bringing Eileen to the screen 1:02:16

11d ago1:02:16

1:02:16

A few weeks ago we welcomed Ottessa Moshfegh to Shakespeare and Company. That night we’re headed almost back to where it all began by revisiting Moshfegh’s second book Eileen, the small town noir that propelled this experimental writer into the bestseller charts and onto the Booker shortlist. Eileen has just been adapted into a Hollywood film—direc…

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Episode 67 | Grace Wales Bonner and Horace Ballard 33:12

12d ago33:12

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Acclaimed fashion designer and curator Grace Wales Bonner is joined by the scholar and curator Horace D. Ballard. In a wide ranging conversation on art and fashion, they unpack the nuances of style, medium, and intentionality in art. In addition to her brand Wales Bonner, Grace Wales Bonner’s curatorial exhibitions include A Time For New Dreams, Se…

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In Flames with Anders Fridén Pt. 2 39:05

17d ago39:05

39:05

As the conversation between two friends continues, Anders shares his love for electronic music, collecting keys and synths along the way. From Johnny seeing the band a couple times in his youth at the Pomona Glass House, to sharing the stage together, these two have a lot to discuss on the music life. Become a FILTHY ANIMAL and get access to exclus…

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In Flames with Anders Fridén Pt. 1 38:56

26d ago38:56

38:56

On this weeks episode Johnny is joined by the singer of the influential Swedish metal band In Flames, Anders Fridén! The two reminisce on the UK tour they did together with Disturbed, as well as some festival stages they’ve shared together, and Johnny shares his early fandom of Anders and the In Flames shows he went to. With In Flames about to emba…

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Ghosted: An American Story (with Nancy French) 51:19

16d ago51:19

51:19

Host Curtis Chang sits down for a gripping conversation with author and frequent Good Faith guest Nancy French to discuss her compelling new memoir "Ghosted: An American Story." Nancy opens up about wrestling with dark family and church secrets, shedding light on the complexities of transracial adoption and the challenges of losing one's community.…

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Laughs with Joel Jimenez Pt. 2 43:19

24d ago43:19

43:19

As the conversation settles in, Joel, Johnny, and Sham take a deeper dive into the culture of the Los Angeles sports, music, and comedy scenes. Joel opens up about his upbringing in the area and mental health, as well as his current love life and how it all ties together. With a shout out to friend of the show Shapel Lacey, Joel shares what the fut…

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Laughs with Joel Jimenez Pt. 1 43:44

24d ago43:44

43:44

Enjoy the laughs this week as Johnny and Sam sit down with comedian and drummer Joel Jimenez! The guys break down the life of gigging as a drummer in the SoCal music scene to working stand up at the World Famous Comedy Store in Los Angeles. Sharing stories of their least favorite performances to the fortunate lives they’ve all been afforded with so…

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How to Listen to Music (with Andy Crouch) 1:07:00

25d ago1:07:00

1:07:00

From Luke Combs and Tracy Chapman to Johann Sebastian Bach, host Curtis Chang engages in a captivating conversation with Good Faith contributor Andy Crouch about the profound significance of music in our everyday existence. Through insightful anecdotes and reflections, they explore how to actively listen to music and let it transcend mere entertain…

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Percival Everett on James, his subversive reimagining of Huckleberry Finn 34:56

1M ago34:56

34:56

James—the new novel by Percival Everett—retells, reframes, and reimagines Mark Twain’s The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn from the perspective of Jim, the black man whose flight from slavery quickly entangles with the journey of Huck, on the run after faking his own death to escape his violent father. James gives us the events of Twain’s picaresque…

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March RADNESS 1:33:52

1M ago1:33:52

1:33:52

Welcome back to Drinks With Johnny, where every episode is a rollercoaster ride and in this March RADNESS special, we're diving deep into the whirlwind adventures of the past month. First up, join us as we reminisce about our epic journey to Greensboro, NC, for the AEW Revolution PPV, where we bore witness to the legendary Sting's final match. From…

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The After Party Edition: The Bible and The Ballot (with Kaitlyn Schiess) 58:13

1M ago58:13

58:13

Host Curtis Chang sits down with Kaitlyn Schiess, author of the thought-provoking book, "The Bible and The Ballot." Delving into the intersection of faith and politics, this conversation offers a compelling analysis of how Christians can use or abuse scripture to influence civic engagement and public policy. Drawing from her extensive research and …

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The Return of the Codefendants 1:56:47

1M ago1:56:47

1:56:47

This week, Johnny welcomes back Sam King (of Get Dead fame) and Ceschi Ramos of Codefendants an unfiltered dive into their world beyond the music! As the trio settles in, they reminisce about the OG hip-hop artists and brands that have been influential in shaping their artistic journeys. From sharing childhood inspirations to discussing the evoluti…

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The Good Faith Podcast/The After Party Edition: What Democrats Fail to Get About Christians and Why It Matters (with David French) 1:00:41

1M ago1:00:41

1:00:41

Host Curtis Chang and “founding friend” David French engage in a thought-provoking discussion about the relationship between Democrats and Republican Evangelicals. With a nuanced exploration into topics like the “God Gap,” they shed light on why Democrats frequently fail to grasp the perspectives and values of Evangelicals. Also in this episode, Da…

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On Allen Ginsberg: His life, his work and his archives, with Pat Thomas and Peter Hale 40:13

1M ago40:13

40:13

We were joined by countercultural historian Pat Thomas, and Peter Hale, manager of the Ginsberg estate, and discover their new collaboration Material Wealth Mining the Personal Archive of Allen Ginsberg. * A prolific poet, raconteur, activist, and thinker, Allen Ginsberg was also a prolific collector, meticulously saving letters, postcards, draft n…

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Episode 66 | R. Crumb’s Radio Music Hour 44:26

2M ago44:26

44:26

In this very special episode, artist and legendary record collector R. Crumb visits his friends and fellow rare music enthusiasts John Heneghan and Eden Brower to listen to 78 records from Heneghan’s sprawling collection. John Heneghan is a musician, podcast host, record collector. He and his wife, Eden R. Brower, play in Eden & John’s East River S…

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Rock Legends Unplugged: Zakk Wylde 55:47

2M ago55:47

55:47

Get ready to dive into the heart of rock 'n' roll lore as the latest episode of Drinks With Johnny welcomes none other than Zakk Wylde, the man who's shredded alongside the legendary Ozzy Osbourne and forged his own path with Zakk Sabbath. From the get-go, Zakk shares tales from the trenches, recounting the early days with Ozzy with a humor that ri…

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Deeper, Stronger, Further - Steve McCracken 44:34

2M ago44:34

44:34

Steve unpacks a prophetic picture about deeper, stronger and further in God. This message was shared at Jubilee Christian Centre, Mount Gambier in March 2024.By davidmccrackenministries

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The Good Faith Podcast/The After Party Edition: Why 2024 is not "deja vu all over again" (with Russell Moore) 55:36

2M ago55:36

55:36

In this thought-provoking episode, public theologian and The After Party partner Russell Moore explores the need for pastors to equip themselves and their congregations for the distinctive challenges of a presidential election featuring repeat candidates and all new potential for national drama. Russell and Curtis also offer valuable insights into …

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Episode 65 | John McCracken and Minimalism Now with Cauleen Smith and Michael Govan 41:11

2M ago41:11

41:11

Artist Cauleen Smith and Michael Govan, Director of the Los Angeles County Museum of Art, join Helen for a live conversation in the garden at David Zwirner Los Angeles. Held on the occasion of the exhibition John McCracken, they explore the influence of Minimalism, a quintessential and often negated 20th century art movement. John McCracken will be…

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