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On the Godly Whistleblower podcast, music artist and worship leader Mackenzie Morgan shines a light on popular teachings and music in the church today and shares what Scripture teaches on how we are to worship in spirit and in truth within the church gathering. Light hearted and relatable, Mackenzie offers an entertaining but honest view on how Christians are to live lives as a pleasing worship to God.
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Due to the response of a previous episode (ep 15) where Mackenzie evaluated the lyrics of the song “Raise A Hallelujah” by Bethel Music, Mackenzie is following that up by responding to the most popular questions received on YouTube. This particular subject seemed to have struck a nerve, so in this episode Mackenzie dives into answering listener’s q…
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This week, Mackenzie Porter joined Jason on the pod. They talk how 'These Days' got Jason through 2020, working with Keith Urban, new album 'Nobody's Born With a Broken Heart', her collab with Dustin Lynch, and more. Queens of Country: https://www.instagram.com/queensofcountrypodcast/ Jason Brown: https://www.instagram.com/jayrbrown/ Mackenzie Port…
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Are you tired of only hearing about what music you 'shouldn't listen to' and are left wondering what music is left? Are you looking for different worship music and artists to add to your playlist instead of supporting churches such as Hillsong, Bethel, and Elevation? In this episode, Mackenzie gives a list of some of her personal recommendations fo…
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I’m joined in this episode by a very special guest…my husband! D.L. Holloway is gracing the podcast with his commentary, and we are both discussing the series of videos from Bethel Church ‘Rediscover Bethel’ where they address certain controversies and allegations that they've been a part of over the years due to their teachings and actions. We are…
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This week, Brittany Moore joined Jason on the pod. They talk going from church choir to touring in Nashville, Jason's dream of working as a 911 dispatcher, side hustles, crowd sourcing an album, and more. Queens of Country: https://www.instagram.com/queensofcountrypodcast/ Jason Brown: https://www.instagram.com/jayrbrown/ Brittany Moore: https://ww…
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In this episode, Mackenzie reviews the new Elevation Worship album ‘When Wind Meets Fire’, going into the background of why the album was made, the inspiration, and some of the lyrics of a few of the songs from the record. She also talks about the new Sovereign Grace album that recently came out ‘Knowing God’ and compares some of the lyrics of the …
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The information in this podcast does not provide medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. It should not be used as a substitute for health care from a licensed healthcare professional. Consult with your healthcare provider for individualized treatment or before beginning any new program. Hear more from Dr. Shah by visiting https://wellnesswithdrshah…
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Hi, it’s me Mackenzie. This episode is all about my story and life as a Christian growing up in the music industry, some of my journey as a worship leader, and my overall walk and relationship with the Lord. I wanted to open up and allow my listeners to get to know me a little more personally and share parts of my life that a lot of people may not …
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This week, Kylie Morgan joined Jason on the pod. They talk growing up with country music, touring with Luke Combs, the virality of 'If He Wanted to He Would' and more. Queens of Country: https://www.instagram.com/queensofcountrypodcast/ Jason Brown: https://www.instagram.com/jayrbrown/ Kylie Morgan: https://www.instagram.com/kyliemorganmusic/ For s…
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The popular worship song “Raise A Hallelujah” by Bethel Music is one that is sung across thousands of churches all over the globe. What is the overall message and context of this song? So often in church today, it's so easy to mindlessly be singing whatever lyrics are on the screen during the music part of the worship service. But do we ever stop t…
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One of the most asked questions I've seen in recent years is: how to talk with your pastor about the use of music in the church written by false teachers such as Bethel, Hillsong, or Elevation. It can be hard or intimidating to some to approach their leadership about controversial issues such as pertaining to the music part of the worship service. …
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This week, Madeline Merlo joined Jason on the pod. They talk moving from Canada to the US, the creation of her songs 'Tim + Faith' and 'Same Car', her new single 'Makeup', generational trauma, mental health transparency, and more. Queens of Country: https://www.instagram.com/queensofcountrypodcast/ Jason Brown: https://www.instagram.com/jayrbrown/ …
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How do we approach the issue of singing and offering hymns as worship to God that were written by men who were heretics? Do we sing them anyway? Does Scripture even teach on this? How can we be sure our music glorifies God and is safe for the body? In this episode, Mackenzie dives into the origins and backgrounds of two different hymn writers who h…
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Christians in the past used to own art. They were the forerunners of science, medicine, architecture, and all forms of media and art. What happened? Have Christians today forfeited art to the secular culture? Why does it seem like Christians have taken a backseat to the world to determine what is and isn't 'good art'? Guests Jason Farley and Marcus…
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Are you looking for a fun way to get out in nature, get moving, and nourish your body? Experience the natural world in a new way after listening to a recording from an onsite podcast interview and foraging walk at Stewart Lake County Park. Discover the benefits of foraging and what you need to know to get started. Episode Show Notes: fireandforagin…
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About one third of the population in the United States is directly impacted by addiction. Join us as we talk with Dr. Adi Jaffe, a nationally recognized expert on addiction, mental health, relationships, and shame. Dr. Jaffe shares with us why talking about addiction is so important, the barriers people experience in seeking treatment, and the effe…
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So often today the word 'heresy' is thrown around at random, and over time it has lost its punch. Sometimes Christians are quick to call certain beliefs or people heretical when they don't meet the necessary qualifications to be so, and are slow to give the label to something that is actual heresy. In this episode, we explore the root meaning of th…
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This week, Priscilla Block joined Jason on the pod. They talk staying true to yourself through success, the joy of shopping at Walmart, how Taylor Swift inspired her to learn guitar, 'My Bar', new music, and more. Queens of Country: https://www.instagram.com/queensofcountrypodcast/ Jason Brown: https://www.instagram.com/jayrbrown/ Priscilla Block -…
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Is rock music demonic? Can Christians listen to rock or heavy metal music in good conscience? How do we determine what music is 'okay' to listen to? Special guest Cody Fields from Westminster Effects shares some insight on what qualifications make music permissible and beneficial for the Christian listener. There can be a lot of misconceptions over…
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This week, Reyna Roberts joined Jason on the pod. They talk 'Bad Girl Bible', her creative process from writing to performance, writing and singing the theme song for My Kind of Country starring Reese Witherspoon, featuring on a song with Beyonce, and more. Queens of Country: https://www.instagram.com/queensofcountrypodcast/ Jason Brown: https://ww…
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Every month of June in our culture today, we notice the world go into overdrive of its obsession of self and sexual perversions during "Pride Month". Is this sinful celebration just another form of self-worship? And if so, what does it result in? What does Scripture not only say about homosexuality, but also the way it identifies self-worship? Hi, …
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In this episode, we are evaluating and dissecting the lyrics of the popular worship song "Holy Spirit" by the worship band Jesus Culture. Mackenzie breaks down the lyrics of the song, digging into the theology behind the words and what the song is truly saying and teaching. In this new episode series, Mackenzie will choose a popular worship song an…
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It is that wonderful time of year in Wisconsin! Time to get outside and enjoy all the beauty and recreation our state offers during the summer. As we do so, it is also a good idea to review the steps we can take to prevent tick bites and educate ourselves about tick-borne illnesses. Our guest, Dr. Gregory DeMuri, is a pediatric infectious disease d…
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False teachers are not a new problem we face today. They have been around since early church history. But how do we spot a false teacher? What are the attributes and red flags we can watch out for when we are discerning who are sound teachers? What do we do if we feel someone actually is a false teacher? How can we protect ourselves and others from…
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This week, HunterGirl joined Jason on the pod. Hunter talks about singing in bars at 14, her takeaways from being on American Idol, her writing process on 'Ain't About You', her new EP, and more. Queens of Country: https://www.instagram.com/queensofcountrypodcast/ Jason Brown: https://www.instagram.com/jayrbrown/ HunterGirl: https://www.instagram.c…
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Do you ever feel like it is a constant struggle figuring out what to wear to church on Sunday mornings when you are leading worship? Or even just as an attendee in the congregation? In this episode, Mackenzie shares some insight on how Scripture says we are to dress and present ourselves when coming to worship together during the Sunday gathering a…
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In this episode, I am joined by my friend Bart McCurdy to talk about the deceptions and dangerous false teachings from Bethel Church out of Redding, California. Bethel is a very popular mega church pastored by Bill Johnson, and over the years has come under fire in the public eye for their many different antics and outlandish behavior. Bart McCurdy…
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This week, Greta Stanley joined Jason on the pod. They talk about her journey in pop and country music, being sad girls, her new song 'Life of The Party', social anxiety, and more. Queens of Country: https://www.instagram.com/queensofcountrypodcast/ Jason Brown: https://www.instagram.com/jayrbrown/ Greta Stanley: https://www.instagram.com/gretastan…
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Nearly 1 in 5 Americans lives with a mental illness. Join us as we learn more about the Make It OK community campaign to understand and create caring conversations about mental illness. Our guests are Stephanie Kovarik with HealthPartners and Sallie Scovill of the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point. Stephanie has been involved with the program s…
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Do you struggle with where to draw the line when listening to music or teachings from artists/teachers who are associated with questionable/dangerous sources? Is it 'death by association' if a music artist, band, or teacher is closely connected with a false teacher or church? How are we to know which artists are genuinely 'sound'? In this episode, …
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This week, Sadie Monroe joined Jason on the pod. They talk growing up on oldies music, their love for Janet Jackson, her new song 'Mood Ring', toxic dynamics, and more. Queens of Country: https://www.instagram.com/queensofcountrypodcast/ Jason Brown: https://www.instagram.com/jayrbrown/ Sadie Monroe: https://www.instagram.com/thesadiemonroe/ For sp…
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Have you ever heard some common phrases like these in church? "Expect the Holy Spirit to move today!" or: "Are you ready to experience God in a big way?" So often in church we come into God's House seeking an *experience.* Experiences and encounters are heavily monetized by popular preachers, and if we don't have an 'experience' of our own, we're l…
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This week, Dasha joins Jason on the show. They talk going from pop music to country, working with family, the TEA about Austin, and more. Queens of Country: https://www.instagram.com/queensofcountrypodcast/ Jason Brown: https://www.instagram.com/jayrbrown/ Dasha: https://www.instagram.com/dashamusic/ For sponsorship/partnerships, email krystazelaya…
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What should our posture of heart be when we sing and worship God? Have we lost sight of who we are when we are worshiping a holy God? Does the heart behind what we sing in worship really matter? Mackenzie shares what Scripture has to say about the heart, pointing out the inconsistencies of using the argument 'it's about the heart' to justify false …
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The Godly Whistleblower's true identity is Mackenzie Morgan. Mackenzie opens up the very first episode of the podcast by sharing the story of what events led to her wanting to start a podcast and her journey navigating a viral Facebook post made back in 2021 regarding her convictions singing certain worship music in the church. Mackenzie has over 1…
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This week, Tiera Kennedy joins Jason on the show. Tiera and Jason reveal that they're foodies that can't cook, Jason's Christmas crazy coworker, her song 'Jesus, My Mama, My Therapist', and more. Queens of Country Social: IG | TikTok Jason Brown: IG | TikTok Tiera Kennedy: IG | TikTok For sponsorship/partnerships, email krystazelaya@iheartmedia.com…
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To forgive or not to forgive…are you asking yourself this question and wondering if it is time to start the process of forgiving another or yourself? Our podcast guest for this episode is Dr. Robert Enright, a founding board member of the International Forgiveness Institute, who is often described as the “father of forgiveness research” because of …
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This week, Hannah Dasher joins Jason on the show. Hannah talks Taylor Swift, touring with Reba, how she fuses 90's country with Rock and Roll, and more. Queens of Country Social: IG | TikTok Jason Brown: IG | TikTok Hannah Dasher: IG | TikTok For sponsorship/partnerships, email krystazelaya@iheartmedia.com…
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The Godly Whistleblower podcast will be diving into how we as Christians are to worship God as He has instructed in Scripture. There are many questions circulating around as to which worship music is appropriate for the church gathering. Mackenzie will be tackling these questions and many more as well as focusing on and discovering how we are to li…
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This week, Meghan Patrick joins Jason on the show. Originally from Canada, Meghan talks to Jason about the Country music scene in Canada, moving to Nashville, her song writing process, her love of Portillos, and more. Queens of Country Social: IG | TikTok Jason Brown: IG | TikTok Meghan Patrick: IG | TikTok For sponsorship/partnerships, email kryst…
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This week, Sharayah and her manager Greg H. join Jason on the show. Sharayah shares her journey growing up with Christian and Country music, how story telling plays an integral part in her creative process, learning from Sheryl Crow's producer, and so much more! Queens of Country Social: IG | TikTok Jason Brown: IG | TikTok Sharayah: Facebook For s…
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If you’re focusing on healthy eating habits in the New Year, don’t miss our episode on navigating diet trends. Get advice from a registered dietitian on identifying credible nutrition information from fad diets. During this interview with Mackenzie Burke, RD and lifestyle coach from UW Health, we explore popular weight loss diets including, keto, i…
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