The Burros of Berea Podcast

G'day Mates! I hope you enjoy this interview as much as I did!Michael Bull is an Australian author, theologian, and graphic designer based in the Blue Mountains west of Sydney. He is the creator and editor of The Bible Matrix, a project exploring the literary and structural “DNA” of Scripture through chiastic and typological patterns that he believes reveal the unified design of God’s Word. Bull’s work blends biblical theology with symbolic interpretation, emphasizing covenantal structure and temple imagery across both Testaments. He has written several books, including Bible Matrix: An Introduction to the DNA of the Scriptures, and operates Bull’s Bible School, which supports biblical education for pastors and leaders, particularly in Kenya. His writings reflect a postmillennial and covenantal hermeneutic rooted in a high view of biblical typology and fulfillment.Visit his website at: www.biblematrix.com.auMichael's Amazon Author Page: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Michael-Bull/author/B003QMK8Z6?ref=ap_rdr&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=true&ccs_id=11c458ad-602a-4685-84f4-c0fa19b70e0dIf you'd like to see this video please visit our Patreon page at: www.patreon.com/theburrosofbereaCheck out our sponsors!Halfback Mountain Soap- www.halfbackmountainsoap.comMy Secret Ingredient- www.mysecretblends.comThanks for listening!

Rick Welch sits down with his Holistic Nutritional Life Coach, MarChessa Taylor to discuss his weight loss journey, how he's down over 100 lbs after a year and a half, and how learning about nutrition, health and wellness, as well as discussing our faith in practice was crucial to his success. To learn more about MarChessa Taylor, please visit her website at:https://avalonwellnessctr.com/If you'd like to watch the video of this interview, please sign up as a free or paid member of our Patreon page at: www.patreon.com/theburrosofbereaAlso check out our sponsor's for this episode below!My Secret Ingredient: www.mysecretblends.comHalfback Mountain Soap: www.halfbackmountainsoap.comThanks for listening!

For any fans of the global phenomenon series, The Chosen, this episode will be a treat for you! I sit down with Kirk B. R. Woller, the actor who portrays, Gaius, the Roman centurion.Kirk is a classically trained American actor whose career spans more than three decades and over 170 film and television credits. Known for his roles in Minority Report, Poseidon, The X-Files, and CSI, Kirk has built a reputation for thoughtful, emotionally grounded performances. Most recently, he’s captured the hearts of viewers worldwide as Gaius, the Roman centurion in The Chosen. His portrayal brings humanity and depth to a man torn between empire and faith, culminating in one of the series’ most powerful redemption arcs. Beyond acting, Kirk is a mentor and teacher of “The Woller Technique,” helping actors refine their craft through authenticity and truth. In this exclusive conversation, we discuss his life in film, the making of The Chosen, and how both the actor and the character are navigating themes of surrender, grace, and transformation.To learn more about Kirk's acting classes or The Woller Technique please visit his website at: https://www.actorklass.com/Check out our sponsors!My Secret Ingredient: www.mysecretblends.comHalfback Mountain Soap: www.halfbackmountainsoap.comIf you'd like to see the video of this interview, please visit our Patreon page and consider becoming a patron of this podcast to help us create even more great content!Visit: www.patreon.com/theburrosofberea

Rick Welch and Rick Carter joined up with Judson Noel, Casey Lynch, Nathan Ward, and Dan Shirk for a Wednesday Night Men's Group this past summer. Little did we all know that it would develop into a podcast of its very own titled, The Pret-Souls. We are a little bit salty, a little bit fluffy, and definitely a little twisted. This was our first ever recording with releasing it to the public in mind. Soon this will become it's own podcast delivered to you through the Burros of Berea Network! More details to come...but for now... Enjoy!Check out our sponsors websites!www.mysecretblends.comwww.halfbackmountainsoap.comClick the link to become a subscriber to our Patreon page and gain access to a ton of exclusive content for as little as $3 a month. The video for this episode is on there today!www.patreon.com/theburrosofbereaThanks for listening!

I had the opportunity to sit down with the president of American Vision, Gary DeMar to discuss what he's been doing lately. He gets into the three question controversy as well as the difficulties of people trying to get him excommunicated out of his own church. If you'd like to gain access to our exclusive content and videos, please become a subscriber on our Patreon page at: www.patreon.com/theburrosofberea.Thanks for listening!

Our guest this week is Elaine Ray Clark. Born in England, and now living in Spain, Elaine shares her testimony of faith in Jesus Christ. After being in the Jehovah's Witnesses for more than two decades, she discusses how God brought her out and into a relationship with Him. If you'd like to hear extra content that Elaine and I have done in video, please become a patron at www.patreon.com/theburrosofbereaCheck out our website for more information at: www.burrosofberea.comCheck out today's sponsors!Halfback Mountain Soap: www.halfbackmountainsoap.comMy Secret Ingredient: www.mysecretblends.comThanks for listening!

Rick Welch sits down with filmmaker and documentarian, Darren Doane. Darren Doane is a renegade filmmaker known for blending punk energy with bold storytelling. He began his career directing iconic music videos in the 1990s, working with bands like Blink 182, and went on to create feature films and documentaries that dive into faith, philosophy, and culture. His projects include Collision with Christopher Hitchens and Douglas Wilson as well as the controversial Saving Christmas. Doane has built his career outside the Hollywood system by choosing independence over permission. He is part artist, part disruptor, and part entrepreneur, and today he is here to share how he does it.Check out our sponsors of this episode!My Secret Ingredient: www.mysecretblends.comHalfback Mountain Soap: www.halfbackmountainsoap.comThanks for listening!

Well...the time has finally come! This is our last episode of the cast in Giraffe Studio. After the departure of Sarita Edgerton and Ralph Hicks last week, Rick Welch sits down with Billy Kimzey, Cherrie Lewis, Tiziana Severse, and Rick Carter to say goodbye and talk about where we've been, where we are, and where we're headed. Thanks to all of our listeners who have helped us by listening and supporting this cast through the years. Rick Welch is heading into new territory and will continue The Burros of Berea Podcast interviewing fascinating people from around the globe and doing deep dive studies as well. Every now and then you may hear a familiar voice. After all, we do have Zoom calls, you know?Lots of love from all of us at The Burros of Berea Podcast.!

Well... the time has come for The Burros of Berea Podcast studio sessions to come to an end. After nearly 5 years of meeting bi-weekly in Giraffe Studio, the cast have all made significant and positive changes in their lives. Ralph Hicks moved, changed jobs, and is taking care of his wife and family.Sarita Edgerton is now a politician for the State of South Carolina!In this episode we talk about our lives and how the podcast changed the way we study the Bible and our faith.Thanks to all of you for listening and supporting our podcast!Rick will continue on digging into deep dive studies as well as interviewing fascinating people from around the world!Much love!

We continue our discussion about community and the Church with Pastor Michael Miano of Blue Point Bible Church.If you'd like to gain access to our exclusive content, please become a subscriber at: www.patreon.com/theburrosofbereaIf you'd like to learn more about us, please visit our website at: www.burrosofberea.comCheck out our sponsors!My Secret Ingredient; www.mysecretblends.comHalfback Mountain Soap: www.halfbackmountainsoap.comThanks for listening and supporting our podcast!

Pastor Michael Miano joins the Burros of Berea Podcast at Giraffe Studio to discuss the Church and the community. If you'd like to gain access to our exclusive content, please join us on Patreon at: www.patreon.com/theburrosofbereaIf you'd like to learn more about us, please visit our website at: www.burrosofberea.comCheck out both of our sponsor's websites!My Secret Ingredient: www.mysecretblends.comHalfback Mountain Soap: www.halfbackmountainsoap.comThanks for listening and supporting this podcast!

The Burros sit down with Tiziana's pastor from Land of the Sky Church in Asheville, North Carolina to hear her personal testimony. If you'd like to listen to our exclusive content, please become a patron of our Patreon page at: www.patreon.com/theburrosofbereaIf you'd like to learn more about us, please visit our website at: www.burrosofberea.comCheck out our sponsor's website and pick up some incredible seasoning's to surprise your guests! Go to www.mysecretblends.comThanks for listening!

We continue into part 2 of our mashup conversation between Notes from the Other Side and The Burros of Berea. If you'd like to get exclusive content, please become a patron of our Patreon page at: www.patreon.com/theburrosofbereaIf you'd like to learn more about us, please visit our website at: www.burrosofberea.comCheck out our sponsor's website at: www.mysecretblends.comThanks for listening!

Rick and Tiziana decide to do a hybrid podcast where we mash up a study from Notes from the Other Side and discuss it Burros of Berea Style. This is a 2 parter, so buckle up!If you would like to gain access to our exclusive content, please become a Patron at: www.patreon.com/theburrosofbereaIf you'd like to learn more about us, please visit our website at: www.burrosofberea.comCheck out our sponsor's website and get some awesome seasonings for your kitchen and outdoor BBQ! Go to: www.mysecretblends.comThanks for listening!

Rick and Andy sit down with Kirsten Brooks Barton to discuss a variety of biblical topics like election and eternal conscious torment. Kirsten came to Western North Carolina on her summer vacation to hike and had a few hours to come to the studio and just sandbox some ideas. We hope you enjoy it!If you'd like to get access to our exclusive content, including our newest series titled, Burned at the Stake: The Murder of Michael Servetus, become a subscriber at: www.patreon.com/theburrosofbereaIf you'd like to learn more about us, please visit our website at: www.burrosofberea.comCheck out our sponsor's page and get some great seasonings in your kitchen at: www.mysecretblends.comThanks for listening!

The Burros of Berea sit down in Giraffe Studio and wrestle with some bible verses that deal with God changing his mind. So the question about the sovereignty of God comes into question and how the attributes of God work. It's a fascinating conversation about the nature of God and whether he limits His own attributes when dealing with mankind. If you'd like to become a patron of our podcast and get access to exclusive content, please visit: www.patreon.com/theburrosofbereaIf you'd like to learn more about us, please visit our website at: www.burrosofberea.comCheck out our sponsor's website at: www.mysecretblends.com and try out some awesome seasonings like, Everything or Steakhouse Blend to make your favorite dishes even better!Thanks for listening!

The Burros are back in the studio and begin tackling Chapter 8!If you'd like access to our exclusive content, please become a subscriber on our Patreon page at: www.patreon.com/theburrosofbereaIf you'd like to learn more about us, please visit our website at: www.burrosofberea.comCheck out our sponsor's page and get some great seasonings for your kitchen or grill! Go to: www.mysecretblends.comThanks for listening!

Rick Welch sits down with his dear friend and holistic life coach, MarChessa Taylor, to hear her personal testimony. MarChessa is a Wife, Mom, Grandmom, Christian Singer & Songwriter, Holistic Health Practitioner, Bible Teacher and Writer. If you'd like to search more on MarChessa's business at Avalon Wellness Center, please visit her website at: https://avalonwellnessctr.com/If you'd like to see the video of this interview, please subscribe to our Patreon page and gain access to it as well as tons of other exclusive content at: www.patreon.com/theburrosofbereaIf you'd like to learn more about us, please visit our website at: www.burrosofberea.comThanks for listening!

After Rick Welch and Sarita "The Hammer" got sidetracked in the last Daniel study, they stopped in their tracks and dealt with this issues head on. If you've ever asked the question, "Do we need to repent?" or "What is Salvation?" or "Wait, do we need to be baptized?", Well then this episode will muddy the waters even more. Enjoy!Become a Patreon Subscriber and gain access to all our our exclusive content at: www.patreon.com/theburrosofbereaIf you'd like to learn more about us, please visit our website at: www.burrosofberea.comCheck out this episode's sponsor! They've got some amazing blends for your kitchen or barbecue! www.mysecretblends.comThanks for listening!

Rick Welch sits down with Executive Producer, Chris Juen of the hit television series, The Chosen to hear his personal testimony. Chris Juen is a seasoned producer and visual effects expert who has played a key role in major Hollywood productions over the past two decades. He began his career at Sony Pictures Imageworks, working on live-action‑to‑CG hybrid films, and eventually helped launch the Sony Pictures Animation division after contributing to Robert Zemeckis’s The Polar Express Over the years, Juen took on pivotal production roles for animated hits like Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs, its sequel, Arthur Christmas, and Surf’s Up, as well as visual effects production on Beowulf and The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers In 2015, Juen co‑founded Out of Order Studios alongside Chad Gundersen, stepping into the world of faith‑based television. As executive producer and visual effects lead, he has helped shepherd The Chosen — the multi‑season series dramatizing the life of Jesus — into becoming a cultural phenomenon . His versatile background in animation, technical artistry, and large‑scale storytelling brings a unique creative depth to both cinematic and serialized projects.If you'd like to gain exclusive content or see the video interview, please visit our Patreon page at: www.patreon.com/theburrosofbereaIf you'd like to learn more about us, please visit our website at: www.burrosofberea.comThanks for listening!