The RELEVANT Podcast

Today we're joined by author Jon Acuff to talk about ways we can take hold of negative thoughts, which studies show is a huge issue in this generation. Plus, if you're in the mood for some hot Christians and hot takes, this show HAS them. You'll hear some outspoken faith talk from the distractingly good-looking star of 'Reacher,' plus we get into the very strange Mark Driscoll men's conference dust-up from last weekend. Plus, Jesse gives an extremely in-depth update on the lady with the sign outside of his office, at the end we have your feedback and a lot more. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Today we're joined by rapper/singer Aaron Cole, who's dropping a major label album next week — and you get the first listen. Plus, while Emily's on vacation the guys predictably go sideways, talking about everything from favorite TV shows to fart walk strategies (sorry) to the benefits of living with your parents forever. At the end of the show, we play a round of Five Second Rule!Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Today we're joined by pastor, author and former NFL player Dr. Derwin Gray! We talk about the tidal wave of sports betting that's happening right now, and as Christians what we should watch out for. Plus, we have this week's RELEVANT Buzz, covering a surprise show that topped the Netflix charts, two big new album drops that take very different approaches to getting buzz, and an important documentary that just hit YouTube. At the end of the show, don't miss your annoying concert experience feedback!Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Today we're joined by worship leader Chris McClarney! It's a great conversation covering everything from the importance of theological accuracy when writing worship music to how badly the Church needs joy again. Plus, after Jesse gets some Aldi frustration off his chest, the crew brings Slices — from the stress Gen Z is feeling this week about the tax deadline, to some unexpected celebrity pastor kids, to the new show coming from Tim Robinson and Adam McKay. And at the end of the show we have a fresh round of Table Topics!Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Today we're joined by innovative worship collective Elevation Rhythm! Plus, while Derek is in LA pitching some new music projects, Marty for some reason lets it leak that he thinks everyone over 40 only listens to the Gaithers (which doesn't go over well), and then Jesse starts advocating for some major changes to the concert-going experience (which does go over well). Plus, Emily brings the week's RELEVANT Buzz, covering the new Mike Todd movie, the Nickelodeon scandal, and some crazy niche Bibles that, yes, are very, very real. And at the end of the show, we have your online outrage feedback!Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Today we're joined by rising indie artist Sarah Juers, who we're big fans of. Plus, it's Jesse's birthday so for Slices we tilt the segment towards topics he's very interested in — his theories on the paranormal phenomena that's been documented in recent years, and of course, how to make the library cool again. At the end of the show, don't miss a special Jesse Edition of Would You Rather!Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Today we're joined by worship leader Kim Walker-Smith, who's back with new music for the first time in a few years (and a LOT has changed for her in the meantime). Plus, we have the week's RELEVANT Buzz — ranging from why the Internet is mad at Elevation Church, to the new Tammy Faye musical coming to Broadway, to a guy that's trying to be an unconventional Presidential option this year. And at the end we have your feedback — don't miss Marty's bad celebrity encounter story!Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Today we're joined by indie hip-hop artist nobigdyl., who talks to us about this year's upcoming Holy Smokes Fest (which is quickly turning into the premier spot for underground Christian music). Plus, after regaling us with the plot of both Roundhouse movies in excruciating detail, the cast brings the week's slices — ranging from Gen Z surprisingly bringing the Poke back, to the music that makes you a better and worse driver, and the surprising addition to the upcoming 'Office' spinoff. And at the end, we have a spring edition of Would You Rather!Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Today we're joined by two of the biggest worship leaders out there: Brandon Lake and Phil Wickham, as they gear up for their co-headlining summer worship nights tour. Plus, we have the week's RELEVANT Buzz, which includes a thoughtful conversation about Ye's statements about where his faith now stands, to the New York Times trying to talk about a "new trend" in Christianity (but not understanding the difference between a Christian and a conservative politician), to the new Sufjan Stevens musical heading to Broadway. And at the end of the show, we have your feedback about your worst trip experiences!Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Today we're joined by football great Tim Tebow to talk about finding our purpose and pursuing it wholeheartedly. Plus, Jesse unknowingly shows up on the big screens at Emily's church, the cast brings the week's Slices ranging from the government shutting down the UFO talk to Chick-Fil-A's misguided new menu item. And at the end of the show we work through our March Madness bracket -- just pitting the mascots against each other.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Today we're joined by Eugene Cho, who talks to us about how our generation can take a different approach to political discourse this year. Plus, Derek's back and joins Cameron, Jesse and Marty as they get talking about this week's SXSW, and their craziest memories from the event. Then Emily brings the week's RELEVANT Buzz, covering the TikTok ban, a new study that reveals how people are actually meeting their partners today, and the surprising number of people who are planning to take off work to watch March Madness. At the end we have your your answers to the question of the week!Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Today we're joined by pastor and author Chad Veach to talk about how implementing practical spiritual disciplines into our lives can really help us cut out the distractions and be more open to what God has for us. Plus, well, if we were to list the topics that the guys get into, you wouldn't believe us. Stuff like Steven Seagal's big con, horse sports, the new Tiger Woods of darts, people in Ft. Lauderdale swimming in jeans -- it's like a Mad Lib of divergent topics. You've been warned. And at the end of the show, we have the Ultimate Spring Break Trivia Showdown!Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Today we're joined by Passion's Kristian Stanfill to debut their new album recorded at the massive Passion Conference a couple of months ago. Also, the cast somehow gets into whale autopsies, Virginia Beach crime shenanigans, and then we have RELEVANT Buzz covering the unprecedented Liberty University situation, celebs using their platforms for good, and the creepy Willy Wonky movie that's coming. Plus, your feedback at the end (and a lot more callbacks to the VB whale team situation). Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Today we're joined by Max Ranier from indie folk band Wilderado. We talk about his faith journey — and of course how it influenced their upcoming sophomore album. But as good as that convo is, if there's one moment that's going to be talked about from this episode, it's this: Church prom. Yes, the cast brings the week's Slices — like the Wendy's backlash, government spying and the Florida Man games — and at the end we have Hot Takes, but all you're going to talk about is Emily's formative memories becoming the queen of church prom. Seriously, this whole episode is about church prom.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Today we're joined by author and speaker John Bevere to talk about how making simple changes in our spiritual life can lead to major growth. Plus, the cast brings the week's RELEVANT Buzz, Jesse sees some weird stuff go down outside his window and at the end we have your best prank feedback. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Today we're joined by Dallon Weekes from indie rock band I Don’t Know How But They Found Me. Plus, Derek and Marty debut their new single, the cast brings Slices ranging from Gen Z's favorite restaurants (Jesse spends a lot of time advocating for Outback), to a guy who programmed AI to use dating apps for him and it ended up finding him a wife, and more. And at the end we have a new game -- Fact or Fiction News Roundup!Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Today we're joined by pastor and author John Mark Comer to discuss what becoming a disciple of Jesus really looks like. Plus, the mundane NBA All-Star weekend inspired Jesse to conceive an epic new reality competition show, RELEVANT Buzz highlights the state of faith in entertainment, Cory Asbury's vulnerable confession, and Vampire Weekend's unusual concert plans. Plus at the end we have your feedback!Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Today we're joined by one of the most famous worship voices in the world, TAYA. We talk about her new single, new sound and new season she's in. Plus, the cast covers everything from a crazy financial scam to space nukes to a new study that proves guys are wimps compared to women when it comes to getting sick (no surprise). And at the end, don't miss a new edition of Sizzling Hot Takes!Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Today we're joined by worship artist Josh Baldwin, who previews his upcoming album for us. Plus, RELEVANT Buzz covers a fascinating story of a formative experience actor Mark Ruffalo had at a Jimmy Swaggart service when he was a kid, a new study about race relations in America and the happiness of singles vs. married people. And yes, we spend way too much time online shopping for terrible shirts. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Today we're joined by author Sarah Bessey, who talks to us about her new book on deconstruction — and how we can go through that process in a healthy, faith-filled way. Plus, the crew talks Super Bowl thoughts, Swifties (of course), Guinness records, Baptists winning the lottery and a real-life Bruce Wayne. Plus at the end we have a Valentine's game you don't want to miss -- Worship or WOOship?Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy