Best Marty Smiley Podcasts (2024)

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Billy Smiley 1:15:43

3h ago1:15:43

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Let's run down this resume, shall we? - Played trumpet for The Bill Gaither Trio. - Recorded multiple fluglehorn albums. - Wrote lots of big songs for CCM artists. - Has produced tons of label acts. - And, oh yeah, started a little band called Whiteheart! Want to hear a bunch of really cool Christian music backstories? Then sit back and enjoy my co…

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4HIM's Marty Magehee 1:40:52

6d ago1:40:52

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The trilogy is complete as I sit down with the guy who makes me laugh harder than anyone I've ever known! After solo conversations with 4HIM'S Mark Harris and Kirk Sullivan I was finally able to nab Marty due to his crazy schedule to talk about his joy of educating the next generation, the insane reality of touring life and a bunch of other stuff I…

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Charles Billingsley 56:59

13d ago56:59

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There are a handful of CCM artists that have become true peers for me, people I can call and talk about life and career anytime. Charles Billingsley is one of those artists. His career with Newsong and as a solo artist were the springboard to becoming one of the most influential worship pastors and mentors in the world! We tend to intersect with ea…

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Dallas Holm 56:47

20d ago56:47

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You want to talk classic Christian artists? Well they don't get any more classic than Dallas Holm! I first sang his songs "Rise Again" and "I Saw The Lord" as a young man growing up in central Texas and to have recorded with him in the 90s and to call him my friend today is something I could never have imagined! Dallas is one of kind, humble and fu…

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The Inspiring Journey of Smiley the Blind Therapy Dog and the Healing Power of CBD 58:48

12d ago58:48

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Send us a Text Message. Curious about how a blind golden retriever can change lives? Join us me, Julie Marty-Pearson, as I talk with Joanne George, who shares her incredible journey from being a veterinary technician to a passionate animal advocate and dog trainer. Discover the heartwarming story of Smiley, a golden retriever born without eyes, and…

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Twila Paris 1:18:02

27d ago1:18:02

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If you're going to attempt to rank the most important artists in CCM history I'm going to bet that Twila Paris makes your top 10. In my opinion, Twila belongs on the Mt. Rushmore of female artists! Her endearing voice, her delightful personality, her groundbreaking songwriting (she has songs in the hymn book!) and her induction into the Gospel Musi…

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Steve Green 1:03:07

1M ago1:03:07

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One of the most distinctive voices in CCM history is also one of the godliest men I've ever been around. You may want to pull out your journal and take notes during this conversation! Steve shares his story of growing up a missionary kid, his "accidental" entrance into CCM, and how he spends his time now that he's not hitting the stage as much as h…

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Kathy Troccoli 1:08:26

1M ago1:08:26

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One of the reasons I love doing this podcast is to reunite with friends I haven't seen in ages. I've been a fan of Kathy Troccoli's voice and music since I was a teenager, and to get to tour with and get to know her in the 90s was special! Join me as I catch up with one of the great CCM artists of all time. Support the Show. andychrisman.com…

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Billy Simon - CCM songwriter 1:18:54

2M ago1:18:54

1:18:54

One of the great songwriters of the golden era of CCM is my friend Billy Simon. Not only did he write songs for Amy Grant, Point of Grace and a host of other artists, he wrote some of the biggest songs in 4HIM's career - "Where There is Faith", "A Man You'd Write About", "When It's Time To Go", and "In Your Care" just to name a few! Billy's story i…

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Michele Pillar 55:04

2M ago55:04

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Join me for a true outdoor, whatever happens...happens episode as I sit down with Michele Pillar on the front porch of her ranch outside Nashville! Michele is one of the cornerstone artists of modern Christian music, becoming a best-selling CCM artist, a best-selling author, an in-demand speaker...and being a guest voice on The Simpsons?? Michele i…

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Bridging Worlds with Paws: The Journey of a Dog Whisperer from London to Zambia 32:18

2M ago32:18

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Send us a Text Message. Join us on a captivating journey with John Garstang, a human-dog relationship coach whose life is a testament to the transformative power of the bond between humans and their canine friends. From the bustling streets of London to the sun-drenched Greek island of Rhodes, John's story unfolds, revealing his remarkable transiti…

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John Mays - legendary CCM A&R director 46:39

2M ago46:39

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You cannot tell the story of Christian music without John Mays. In his nearly 40 year career, Mays discovered and signed Point Of Grace, Cindy Morgan, Matt Redman, Nichole Nordeman (just to name a few). And, oh yeah, he took a chance on a young vocalist named Lauren Daigle! This episode is full of great CCM stories and trivia, as well as an intimat…

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Jaci Velasquez 1:11:16

3M ago1:11:16

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I first met Jaci when she was 15 years old, singing with the voice of a seasoned pro! She and her mom jumped on the 4HIM bus for two different tours in the 90s and now 30 years later we sit down to talk about life as a teen CCM sensation, the roads she never thought she'd travel, and how raising a family is not at all what she thought it would be. …

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Paws, Prose, and the Pursuit of Well-Being: A Journey with Nita Sweeney 36:44

2M ago36:44

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Send us a Text Message. There's something magical about lacing up your sneakers, clipping on a leash, and hitting the pavement with your furry best friend by your side. This episode is not just about the pride of crossing a 5K finish line. It's about the profound shift that occurs within us when grief catalyzes a journey toward better mental and ph…

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Steve Geyer 58:20

3M ago58:20

58:20

Few people make me laugh harder than my friend, comedian Steve Geyer! But as funny as he is, his heart is just as big and I'm so glad for the time we spent on tour together. I've learned so much from Steve over the years - from learning how to improvise in difficult situations, to not taking things so seriously, to being an example of someone who l…

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Celebrating Two Years of Tails and Tales: The Story of My Pet Podcast Anniversary 16:11

3M ago16:11

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Send us a Text Message. Join me, Julie Marty Pearson, as I cozy up with a heart full of gratitude and a treasure trove of tales to celebrate the second anniversary of The Story of My Pet podcast. I take you behind the scenes of my own adventures in animal rescue, revealing the joys and challenges of volunteering, fostering, and spreading the word o…

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John Michael Talbot 1:01:09

3M ago1:01:09

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I'm not sure there's been anyone else in the history of CCM like John Michael Talbot! From success as a member of the rock band Mason Profitt, to becoming one of the best selling Christian artists of all time, to becoming a Roman Catholic monk and starting a monastery - there's plenty to talk about with one of the most fascinating people I've ever …

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Securing a Future for Our Fur Families: Planning for Our Pet's Care 21:29

3M ago21:29

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Send us a Text Message. Taking care of our pets is something most pet parents take great pride in; however, we don’t always plan for the “what if’s”. Thinking about what would happen to our pets if we were no longer able to care for them is SO important. Yet, no one wants to think about death and dying, but if something happened to you and you were…

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Andy & Mark - Song stories (and lots of other stuff) PART 2 52:56

3M ago52:56

52:56

....and we're back with more 4HIM stories! Sit back and enjoy this fun conversation with me and Mark Harris! Support the Show. andychrisman.comBy Andy Chrisman

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Healing Hearts and Paws: The Emotional Journey of Animal Rescue 44:53

3M ago44:53

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Send us a Text Message. Sharing pet stories that inspire and empower others to help animals in need. Joining your host, Julie Marty-Pearson is Amy Castro, founder of Starlight Outreach and Rescue. Together, we weave through the emotional narrative of animal rescue. We remember the pets that have carved out special places in our hearts, and Amy walk…

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Andy & Mark - Song stories (and lots of other stuff) PART 1 57:22

3M ago57:22

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When Mark and I sit down together I never know where things are going to go! My goal was to get as many stories behind the hit songs he's written as I could, but of course we mostly ended up laughing and chasing rabbits as we took a look back on our careers. And we talked so much I was able to get two episodes full of content! Stay tuned for PART 2…

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How a Rescue Dog Inspired a Children's Book and Veganism 39:34

3M ago39:34

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Send us a Text Message. Host, Julie Marty-Pearson, often says our pets find us, and that isn't truer than for guest Tenny Minassian. Tenny's adopted canine companion, Lucy, inspired not only a profound personal transformation but also a children's book, "Lucy Goes to the Gentle Barn." Her tale is one of convincing traditional parents to open their …

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Billy Sprague 50:59

4M ago50:59

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Billy Sprague is one of the most important artists and writers of the golden era of CCM! I first met Billy at one of his famous "golden scoop" ice cream parties in Nashville in the early 90s, and I've been a big fan of his music and his books for as long as I can remember. I'm excited to reconnect with Billy and share a bit of his amazing journey w…

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Andy Ivey - 4HIM's first A&R Director 1:11:47

4M ago1:11:47

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You cannot tell the story of 4HIM without Andy Ivey! Andy was our first A&R director at Benson and was instrumental in helping us put together our first 4 albums, and in the process became a lifelong friend. If you like "behind the scenes" music industry talk you're gonna love this episode! Support the Show. andychrisman.com…

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Brian White 1:04:49

4M ago1:04:49

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One of the most successful songwriters in modern country music is a veteran of CCM. Brian White and I go way back, in fact it's hard to find a picture of me in the early 90s without Brian somewhere in the background! From his days as the leader of Brian White and Justice to being a hit song writing machine Brian is a fixture in the Nashville music …

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Gary Chapman 1:14:42

4M ago1:14:42

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Conversations like this are why I started this podcast! I consider Gary Chapman to be one of the founding fathers of modern christian music, and I'm honored to call him my friend. His ability to tell a story that keeps you leaned in and wide eyed is one of his greatest gifts, so get ready! From his career as a songwriter, performer, talk show host,…

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Unleashing Imagination and Compassion: How Children's Books Ignite a Love for Pets and Promote Adoption 1:00:36

4M ago1:00:36

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Send us a Text Message. Have you ever found yourself enchanted by the bond between a child and their pet, or moved by the joyous wag of a rescued dog's tail? Teresa Adamo and Jennifer Williams-Cordova, children's book authors with a knack for capturing the essence of these moments, join me for a conversation that's sure to inspire. Their tales, bor…

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New Season, Even More Amazing Pet Stories: Season 3 Trailer The Story of My Pet Podcast 1:59

4M ago1:59

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Send us a Text Message. Are you an Animal Lover? Then The Story of My Pet Podcast is for you! Come along as Pet Parents from around the world tell the stories of their believed pets, from rescue dogs to foster kittens, street cats to wild horses, and everywhere in between. This show shares heart-to-heart conversations about animals collected from a…

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Mac Powell 1:09:23

5M ago1:09:23

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It's episode #50 and who better to have on than one of the most distinctive voices and the leader of one of the most significant bands in CCM history! And he's also one of the nicest guys you'll ever meet! Mac Powell joins me to share his journey through the music industry and how God continues to keep dropping opportunities in his path. Support th…

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Tim Hawkins 50:56

5M ago50:56

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I've had the joy of touring with some talented people in my career, and that includes my friend Tim Hawkins. He's not just a comedian, but a musician and a preacher of the gospel! Get ready to laugh and be inspired by one of the comedy greats - Tim Hawkins Support the Show. andychrisman.comBy Andy Chrisman

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Geron Davis 1:03:47

5M ago1:03:47

1:03:47

I cannot tell the story of my Christian music career without Geron Davis! His songs "Holy Ground" and "Holy of Holies" were the first big songs I sang as a young artist, and I'm glad I've had the privilege to call him my friend for nearly 40 years. Geron's songs of worship and the gospel life have been recorded by countless christian and secular ar…

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Rick Cua 50:52

5M ago50:52

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Rick Cua is one of the greatest musicians and frontmen in the history of CCM! From his early days in the secular band The Outlaws to deciding he wanted to share Jesus with as many people as possible through his music, I know you’re going to love getting to know this true Christian music trailblazer. Support the Show. andychrisman.com…

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Geoff Moore 1:17:11

6M ago1:17:11

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Geoff Moore is one of the best people I've ever had the chance to get to know and I'm glad I could snag him for a sit down to talk about his career. From the early days of touring in a cargo van, to his band becoming a mainstay on Christian radio and writing hits with Steven Curtis Chapman, Geoff's life has been a great adventure! And what's he's d…

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John Styll - CCM Magazine 1:00:47

6M ago1:00:47

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I could describe John as an authority on the history of Christian music. Getting his start in Southern California during the Jesus movement and infancy of Christian music, John was a constant figure throughout the golden era of the industry as the founder and editor of CCM Magazine. And that magazine was where so many of us were introduced to Chris…

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Ask Andy Anything! - with Michael Neale 1:20:34

6M ago1:20:34

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A bunch of you posted on our Facebook page questions you'd like answered about the touring life, how we made our albums, etc. My friend Michael Neale hops on this episode to moderate and keep me from rambling! Support the Show. andychrisman.comBy Andy Chrisman

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Chonda Pierce 57:28

6M ago57:28

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She's one of the great comedians of all time, and she happens to be a sister in Christ and a long time friend. I toured with Chonda back in the early 2000s and she has been one of my favorite people ever since! Get ready for an hour of laughs and "wow!" moments as the best selling comedian of ALL TIME shares her amazing story. I hope you're ready f…

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Mark Schultz 1:04:56

7M ago1:04:56

1:04:56

It’s the story you’ve heard so many times before - a singer/songwriter has a dream, they pack up their car and drive to Nashville, they get a job waiting tables and then - BAM - a record deal, a major tour, number 1 songs and Dove awards. And that’s the story of Mark Schultz….sort of. In my opinion Mark is one of the most engaging artists of the ea…

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Stu G 56:09

7M ago56:09

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Join me for my first episode of 2024 as I spend time with Stu G - one of the most influential songwriters and guitar players in CCM history! From his humble beginnings growing up in the UK, to his groundbreaking career in the band Delirious?, to having even more influence on the modern worship scene with One Sonic Society, Stu's journey is one for …

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Wayne Kirkpatrick 1:18:01

7M ago1:18:01

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Has there been a more successful artist in CCM history than Wayne Kirkpatrick? The easy answer is "NO!" Whether it's writing hit songs for Amy Grant, MWS, Eric Clapton or producing albums for Susan Ashton or Little Big Town just to name a few, to writing hit Broadway shows - Wayne's career has been as widely varied as it has been wildly successful.…

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The Powerful Impact of Cat Fostering: Heartfelt Stories of Kitten Rescue 34:53

8M ago34:53

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Send us a Text Message. Ever imagined opening your home to a furry four-legged friend temporarily and profoundly impacting their lives and yours in return? In the latest episode of 'The Story of My Pet', we talk about all things cat fostering! We have an engaging chat with Sam Proof, a cat lover and a live streamer, who reveals how fostering cats a…

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Andy & Kirk - 2HIM stories 1:12:31

8M ago1:12:31

1:12:31

Get ready to join me and Kirk Sullivan - one of the 4HIM guys and someone I toured with for 20 years. And boy do we have stories! Of course we'll only get to a handful of the crazy things we've experienced together so maybe this is just the first hour of many as I do my best to archive as many of these stories as possible. Support the Show. andychr…

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Embracing the Joys and Challenges of Senior Pet Adoption 21:10

8M ago21:10

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Send us a Text Message. Ever wondered about the joys and challenges of giving love and companionship to senior pets? Join us for the heartwarming journey of our special guest, Katie Shelby, who opened her heart and home to two senior dachshunds, Fred and Barney. Initially agreeing to foster these loveable seniors, Katie and her husband soon found t…

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First Call 1:13:46

8M ago1:13:46

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If you're a "first call" studio musician it means that you are the best of the best. As a trio Melodie Tunney, Bonnie Keen and Marty McCall had a successful studio career singing bgv's and jingles, but when they "accidentally" recorded a hit song they had a choice to make - do they keep their day jobs as studio singers or take their talents on the …

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Jamie Rowe - Guardian 52:00

8M ago52:00

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One of the great voices in the history of Christian music belongs to Jamie Rowe, who made his name as the leader singer of the rock band Guardian. These conversations with artists who weren’t normally heard on the biggest Christina radio stations but yet had a loyal following fascinate me, because they tell a story that’s similar yet wildly differe…

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The Power of Canine Love in Literature: A Conversation with Author J Wynn Rousuck 45:53

8M ago45:53

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Send us a Text Message. If you're an animal lover, particularly a dog enthusiast, then you will surely appreciate the profound love and inspiration author J Wynn Rousuck draws from our furry friends. Our latest podcast episode explores how her childhood experiences attending dog shows with her AKC judge father blossomed into a deep appreciation for…

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Roger Breland - TRUTH 1:22:54

8M ago1:22:54

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Well look who dropped by the 1 Degree podcast - my first employer in Christian music, the one and only Roger Breland! I hit the road with TRUTH in 1987 and by 1990 I had made lifelong friends, developed a skillset that would define my career and met 3 other guys whom you might know... There's no one I've ever met like Roger - a true entertainment p…

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Michael Roe - 77's 1:02:51

9M ago1:02:51

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How does alternative rock fit into the Christian music narrative? That’s a fascinating question and one that Michael Roe of the groundbreaking band 77s answers on this episode of 1 Degree. From being banned in Christian music stores, to opening the door for bands like DC Talk and The Newsboys to leaving behind an incredible body of music I think yo…

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Pet Photography: A Powerful Tool for Animal Rescue and Adoption 36:26

9M ago36:26

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Send us a Text Message. Have you thought about hiring a professional photographer to capture photos of you and your pets? Or do you want to learn how to take better photos of your pets? Well, we've got you covered! Listen as we explore the wonderful world of pet photography and how a good photo can make all the difference for a pet looking for a fo…

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Lisa Bevill 1:15:38

9M ago1:15:38

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Even if you haven't heard her albums you've definitely heard her voice. Lisa Bevill has had a remarkable career as a jingle and session singer and her CCM career set a precedent for female vocalists that followed. Lisa has a remarkable story of God placing her in amazing situations and her endurance through the difficult times of life will inspire …

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Navigating the Heartwarming World of Animal Rescue and Fostering: Stories and Insights from Foster Tales Rescue 50:08

9M ago50:08

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Send us a Text Message. Ready to discover the heartwarming world of animal rescue and fostering? Want to learn more about how you can prepare to become an animal foster parent? Need training tips for your dog? We will be covering all of this and more in this episode, a treasure-trove of stories, tips, and insights for all animal lovers. The Story o…

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