Best Matt Mikalatos Podcasts (2024)

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Episode 77: On Contemporary Christian Music w/Leah Payne & Gregory Alan Thornbury 47:40

2d ago47:40

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Joel hosted a conversation with two first-time podcast guests all about 'CCM' or 'Contemporary Christian Music.' They explore various cultural aspects of 'CCM,' as well as the reality of profit-driven corporate influence. Larry Norman figures prominently in their discussion, and Joel reflects a bit on his experience as a 90s kid immersed in this in…

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If I Were Preaching Tomorrow, July 14, 2024 7:54

20h ago7:54

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Well, I had not originally planned on adding more episodes to The Amalgamation Podcast until it was fully ready to go. Sometimes, the world requires us to respond outside of our plans. So here's a little preview of what I will be doing in the Fall, to offer some ideas about those of you who are preaching on any given Sunday. With the shooting and p…

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E70 The End of an Era 6:58

1d ago6:58

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It seems only fitting to end on a nice round number with Episode 70 of BRC and Friends. Those who have been hanging out with me for the past decades have been through a few manifestations of this space, including its very beginning as a VodCast that began 10 years ago with my very first guest, . [Watch Episode 1] Special thanks to Co-Hosts, Laura M…

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Episode 549: Up on the Mountain 4:44

26d ago4:44

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Voices In My Head (the Rick Lee James Podcast)Coming June 12, 2024New Single and Music Video Up on the Mountain Pre-Save The Song Don't forget to swing by Spotify, Apple Music, YouTube, or your favorite streaming platform and hit those follow buttons! By hitting the follow button, you'll stay updated on my latest releases and show your support for …

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Vidisode 4: Help the Watfa Family Evacuate Gaza 1:30

1M ago1:30

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A few weeks ago, we were connected with the Gaza Solidarity Network to get matched with someone in Gaza who is trying to raise funds to evacuate. This is obviously not the ideal solution (ceasefire and rebuilding are), and it is unfair that some families will get paired while others will not. Occupation and genocide are also not fair, so we do what…

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Vidisode 3: What will it take? 1:17

28d ago1:17

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In what seems like a lifetime ago, I posted this a few weeks back after my return from my second delegation to Palestine. Even with all of the most recent acts of terror inflicted upon the people of Gaza and the accelerated violence in the occupied West Bank, I am still left with the same question as I have been posing since last year, “What will i…

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Episode 548: Know Your S.T.U.F. 11:02

2M ago11:02

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Episode 548: Know Your S.T.U.F. Voices In My Head (The Rick Lee James Podcast) PLUS SOME MUSIC NEWS On July 12th, I'll release a brand new track titled "Up on the Mountain." It would help me out a lot if you could follow this link and Pre-Save it on Spotify. Spotify Pre-Save · https://show.co/V1WCBm6 We will be filming a music video for the song th…

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Vidisode 2: New York, I'm Headed Your Way 1:06

2M ago1:06

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It’s actually this week (What is time?) but anyhoo, we are headed your way New York, and we cannot wait. It's been too long since we've visited your lovely city! First things first: We already have show tickets, but help us fill out our week! Where should we eat, and what should we see? But you are also invited . . . SUNDAY, JUNE 2The Riverside Chu…

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Voices In My Head (the Rick Lee James Podcast) Episode 547: A Life of John the Baptist with James F. McGrath 34:41

2M ago34:41

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Voices In My Head (the Rick Lee James Podcast) Christmaker: A Life of John the Baptist with Author James F. McGrathComing June 11, 2024 Book Description: For many, John the Baptist is a footnote in the gospels—Jesus’s unkempt forerunner. But if we look closer, John emerges as a fascinating and influential religious leader in his own right. Esteemed…

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Episode 546: Plan Toys VP Rudy Valenta 21:14

3M ago21:14

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Voices In My Head (the Rick Lee James Podcast) Episode 546: Plan Toys VP Rudy Valenta About PLAN TOYS: Plan Toys Is More Than Just A Toys Manufacturer. Back in 1981, seven university graduates came together with a shared mission of infusing the world with positivity. Vitool Viraponsavan , one of the strongest voices of the group, went on to establi…

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Episode 545: Mark D. Conklin 32:01

3M ago32:01

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Voices In My Head (the Rick Lee James Podcast)Episode 545: Mark D. Conklin THE GOSPEL ACCORDING TO MARK BRINGS SCRIPTURE TO LIFE WITH MUSIC’S TOP NAMES Gloria Gaynor, Rita Wilson, The Fisk Jubilee Singers, Rhonda Vincent and Ernie Haase & Signature Sound Among Star-Studded Guests Uniting a veritable who’s who of Gospel, soul and country music lumin…

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Episode 76: Live Conversation with Jon DePue 54:11

3M ago54:11

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The audio for this episode was recorded during a live event in collaboration with The Table and Gravity Commons, in which Matt Tebbe interviewed Jon DePue (co-author of 'Beyond Justification' with Douglas Campbell). The conversation focuses on the themes of this book, common interpretations of Paul's theology and ways to re-approach Paul with new l…

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Episode 544: Chris Wall - Wingfeather Saga Show Runner and Executive Producer 38:03

4M ago38:03

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Voices In My Head (the Rick Lee James Podcast)Episode 544: Chris Wall - Wingfeather Saga Show Runner and Executive Producer CHRIS WALL BIO: Chris is an influential creator of kids-and-family, redemptive content. He is Executive Producer and Showrunner of The Wingfeather Saga Animated Series. Before creating Shining Isle Productions in 2016 to devel…

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A Fireside Chat with Roger Wolsey. 48:53

3M ago48:53

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I sat down with Roger Wolsey to discuss his book Discovering Fire: Spiritual Practices that Transform Lives. Roger is a spiritual director, pastor, speaker and blogger. He is well known in progressive Christian circles as the author of Kissing Fish: Christianity for People Who Don't Like Christianity. His latest book explores spiritual practices th…

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Episode 75: Stephanie Vander Lugt & Kimberlee Medicine Horn Jackson 43:25

4M ago43:25

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Chris sat down at the recent CCDA conference with two first-time podcast guests, Stephanie Vander Lugt and Kimberlee Medicine Horn Jackson, each of whom hosted CCDA workshops. They discuss their work as it relates to the religious practices of indigenous people, the importance of attentiveness, and of course, what they are currently reading. **This…

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Episode 543: Brad Meltzer - Voices in my Head (The Rick Lee James Podcast) 40:43

4M ago40:43

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Welcome To The Neighborhood with Brad Meltzer “Ordinary People Change The World” is the friendly, fun biography series written by Brad Meltzer that inspired the PBS Kids TV show Xavier Riddle and the Secret Museum. One great role model at a time, these books encourage kids to dream big. In the new book, “I Am Mister Rogers,” the beloved children’s …

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Episode 542 - Nancy French 49:53

4M ago49:53

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Episode 542 - Nancy A. French - GhostedVoices In My Head (The Rick Lee James Podcast) Bestselling Author Pens Compelling Memoir of a Life of Poverty, Success and the Rise and Fall of Political Influence in ‘Ghosted’ Nancy French chronicles her journey from the foothills of Appalachia to the Halls of the White House Five-time New York Times bestsell…

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Praying with Saint Patrick: a conversation with Aaron Burns and Matt Mikalatos on their new book 47:26

4M ago47:26

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I got to talk with Aaron Burns and Matt Mikalatos about their new book, Praying with Saint Patrick: Prayers and Devotions Inspired by the Irish Hero of the Faith. Aaron is a filmmaker (producer, director, screenwriter) and Matt is an author, screenwriter and speaker (and my first repeat guest!). The two of them previously collaborated in writing th…

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Episode 541 - Praying with Patrick - Matt Mikalatos and Aaron Burns 31:33

5M ago31:33

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Voices In My Head (The Rick Lee James Podcast) - Episode 541Praying with Patrick - Matt Mikalatos and Aaron Burns Learn to pray with Saint Patrick of Ireland―and to find your story in his own One of Ireland’s most beloved figures, St. Patrick was a man who lived a life soaked in prayer. A risk-taker in the service of others―particularly women, slav…

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Episode 74: David Fitch & Myles Werntz 56:02

5M ago56:02

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Chris hosted a lively and interactive conversation between first-time guest David Fitch and returning guest Myles Werntz concerning the thesis of David's brand-new book from Brazos Press, the use of power in ministry and the institution of the church, whether power and conflict can be leveraged healthily in community, and of course what they are cu…

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Embodied Presence: a conversation about embodiment with Ashe Van Steenwyk 1:01:02

4M ago1:01:02

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I got to sit down with Maki Ash Van Steenwyk (She/They) to discuss the role that embodiment plays in spirituality, activism, in our mutual belonging, and in the ways, we navigate the world. If you want to connect with Ashe in her work, head on over to Center for Prophetic Imagination website: https://propheticimagination.org/ Or you can also follow…

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Episode 540 - Brian Zahnd - Voices In My Head (The Rick Lee James Podcast) 31:34

5M ago31:34

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Voices In My Head (The Rick Lee James Podcast) - Episode 540Brian Zahnd: The Wood Between the Worlds Everything about the gospel message leads to the cross, and proceeds from the cross. In fact, within the narrative of Scripture, the crucifixion of Jesus is literally the crux of the story―the axis upon which the biblical story turns. But it would b…

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“Voices of Resurrection: Exploring Romero’s Easter Letter” a conversation with Julio Hernandez 59:41

5M ago59:41

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Julio Hernandez is a pastor and activist here in the US, but his family heritage is Salvadorian. We got together to discuss the legacy and witness of Archbishop Óscar Romero and the first of his Pastoral Letters, The Easter Church, written on Easter Sunday, April 10, 1977. If you are interested in learning more about Saint Óscar Romero, you can fin…

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God Gave Rock and Roll to You - Dr. Leah Payne Voices In My Head (The Rick Lee James Podcast) - Episode 539 1:02:28

5M ago1:02:28

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Voices In My Head (The Rick Lee James Podcast) - Episode 539God Gave Rock and Roll to You - Dr. Leah Payne https://global.oup.com/academic/product/god-gave-rock-and-roll-to-you-9780197555248?cc=us&lang=en Leah Payne is Associate Professor of American Religious History at Portland Seminary and a 2023–2024 Public Fellow at the Public Religion Researc…

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Episode 73: Live from CCDA w/E.K Strawser and Lisa Rodriguez-Watson 34:36

5M ago34:36

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Jen sat down (live!) with two first-time podcast guests at the recent CCDA conference: E.K. Strawser and Lisa Rodriguez-Watson. They have an impassioned discussion about the importance of contextualizing discipleship work in the setting of the local congregation, as well as the importance of Western Christians listening to the global church. Books …

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Voices In My Head (The Rick Lee James Podcast) - Episode 538 - Benjamin Cremer 45:03

6M ago45:03

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Voices In My Head (The Rick Lee James Podcast) - Episode 538 -Benjamin Cremer Bio: Benjamin Cremer has worked as a pastor since 2005. His academic work is in the fields of theology, church history, and spiritual formation. He is deeply passionate about writing and creating space for others to process difficult theological and political questions in…

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How to Practice Lent: a conversation with Christine Sine 41:55

5M ago41:55

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I got to chat with Christine Sine—author, activist, gardener, contemplative, spiritual director and "liturgical rebel—about what Lent is and how we can practice it. What I loved about this conversation was how passionate and insightful Christine is. And I learned a lot. Did you know that Lent was in the hunger time in the Northern Hemisphere, so th…

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Jason Gray Returns - Voices In My Head (The Rick Lee James Podcast) - Episode 537 43:06

6M ago43:06

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Voices In My Head (The Rick Lee James Podcast) - Episode 537 -Jason Gray Returns This week we welcome Jason Gray back to the Podcast. Known in the CCM community for his ability to craft thoughtful lyrics of praise with rhythmic pop melodies, Jason Gray has been providing listeners with inspiring and uplifting music for over a decade. Through his wi…

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Songwriting and the Ministry of Presence - Voices In My Head (The Rick Lee James Podcast) - Episode 536 59:51

6M ago59:51

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Listen to an insightful conversation with Rick Lee James in the latest episode of 'Voices in My Head.' A renowned singer, songwriter, and worship leader, James shares profound insights drawn from his work as a full-time hospital chaplain. Join him as he investigates the influence of spirituality on songwriting, the creation of connections through m…

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Episode 72: Live from CCDA w/Andrea Mae, Jody Michele, Andrew Draper 44:00

6M ago44:00

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Chris sat down with 3 co-authors and first-time podcast guests at the recent CCDA conference to discuss their work in the intersection of the topics of disability, inclusion, ministry leadership and the life of the church. Books Mentioned in this Episode: Disabling Leadership: A Practical Theology for the Broken Body of Christ by Andrew Draper, Jod…

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Between the Listening and the Telling and a Long Delay: a conversation with Mark Yaconelli 37:58

6M ago37:58

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Mark Yaconelli wrote Between the Listening and the Telling in 2022. We had a great conversation about it then, and after a long delay I present it to you for your listening pleasure. Mark reminds us of the hunger in each of us to connect, to be heard, to be understood. You will want to listen to this! You can order Mark's book from Broadleaf Books:…

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How to Practice Discernment: a conversation with Adam Shields 1:14:30

6M ago1:14:30

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Adam Shields is a book blogger (at Bookwi.se) and a spiritual director (at aspiritualdirector.com). In this episode we discuss the nature of Spiritual Discernment, what it is, why it is an important part of Christian Spirituality, and what are some misunderstands, obstacles and limitations to discernment. You can catch up with Adam on his blog or o…

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Voices In My Head (The Rick Lee James Podcast) - Episode 535 -with Hank Spaulding - Iconoclastic Sex: Christian Sexual Ethics and Human Trafficking 32:51

7M ago32:51

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Voices In My Head (The Rick Lee James Podcast) - Episode 535 -Iconoclastic Sex: Christian Sexual Ethics and Human Trafficking Guest: Henry Walter Spaulding III Christian sexual ethics operates from a place of privilege when it does not consider those impacted by its moral prescriptions. A large majority of publications on Christian sexual ethics co…

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Episode 71: Our Favorite Books of 2023! 56:39

7M ago56:39

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The podcast crew (Jen, Chris & Joel) is joined once again by Ashley Hales for our favorite topic: the books we enjoyed the most this year! ERB Contributors from 2023 also offer their suggestions throughout, so we cover a wide, wide range of titles. Enjoy this veritable feast of reading suggestions to keep you occupied until next year! Books Mention…

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Episode 534 - Born In A Barn? - James F. McGrath’s The A to Z of the New Testament: Things Experts Know That Everyone Else Should Too 20:10

7M ago20:10

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Voices In My Head (The Rick Lee James Podcast) - Episode 534 - Born In A Barn? - James F. McGrath’s The A to Z of the New Testament: Things Experts Know That Everyone Else Should Too With permission from the author, I am sharing a segment from the book, The A to Z of the New Testament: things Experts Know That Everyone Else Should Too” by by James …

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