Former NFL tight end Benjamin Watson joins Crosswalk Talk for a wide-ranging conversation on why faith is more visible than ever in sports -- and what’s driving that cultural shift. Watson reflects on pressure, perspective and how athletes are using today’s platforms to speak openly about Jesus, from college campuses to the NFL. He also shares how his own playing career, including winning a Super Bowl, shaped his understanding of identity, success and faith. Plus, Watson explains Sports Spectrum’s partnership with Compassion International.

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Instagram: benjaminswatson/

Podcast: The Just Life

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Former NFL tight end Benjamin Watson joins Crosswalk Talk for a wide-ranging conversation on why faith is more visible than ever in sports -- and what&rsquo;s driving that cultural shift. Watson reflects on pressure, perspective and how athletes are using today&rsquo;s platforms to speak openly about Jesus, from college campuses to the NFL. He also shares how his own playing career, including winning a Super Bowl, shaped his understanding of identity, success and faith. Plus, Watson explains Sports Spectrum&rsquo;s partnership with Compassion International.
Connect with Benjamin:
<a href="https://benjaminswatson.com/">Website: https://benjaminswatson.com/</a>
<a href="https://www.instagram.com/benjaminswatson/">Instagram: benjaminswatson/</a>
<a href="https://www.youtube.com/@thejustlifeofficial">Podcast: The Just Life</a>
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Join us each week on Crosswalk Talk where we interview your favorite Christian celebrities. Hear how famous Christian figures keep their faith a priority in Hollywood and discover the best Christian movies, books, television, and other entertainment.

Some of our favorite interviews include:

⭐️ Chrissy Metz and Bradley Collins Discuss Their Heartwarming Children's Book on Prayer

⭐️ Patricia Heaton and David Hunt Talk Faith, Life and Their Adoption Film Unexpected

⭐️ Willie and Korie Robertson Open Up About The Blind and the Generational Impact of Faith

⭐️ Phil Wickham Talks New Album, Songwriting, and the Deconstruction Movement

Let us know what famous Christian celebrities you want us to interview for the show!

Join us each week on Crosswalk Talk where we interview your favorite Christian celebrities. Hear how famous Christian figures keep their faith a priority in Hollywood and discover the best Christian movies, books, television, and other entertainment.
Some of our favorite interviews include:
⭐️ Chrissy Metz and Bradley Collins Discuss Their Heartwarming Children's Book on Prayer
⭐️ Patricia Heaton and David Hunt Talk Faith, Life and Their Adoption Film Unexpected
⭐️ Willie and Korie Robertson Open Up About The Blind and the Generational Impact of Faith
⭐️ Phil Wickham Talks New Album, Songwriting, and the Deconstruction Movement
Let us know what famous Christian celebrities you want us to interview for the show!

Join us each week on Crosswalk Talk where we interview your favorite Christian celebrities. Hear how famous Christian figures keep their faith a priority in Hollywood and discover the best Christian movies, books, television, and other entertainment.

Crosswalk Talk: Celebrity Christian Interviews

Join us each week on Crosswalk Talk where we interview your favorite Christian celebrities. Hear how famous Christian figures keep their faith a priority in Hollywood and discover the best Christian movies, books, television, and other entertainment.
Some of our favorite interviews include:
⭐️ Chrissy Metz and Bradley Collins Discuss Their Heartwarming Children's Book on Prayer
⭐️ Patricia Heaton and David Hunt Talk Faith, Life and Their Adoption Film Unexpected
⭐️ Willie and Korie Robertson Open Up About The Blind and the Generational Impact of Faith
⭐️ Phil Wickham Talks New Album, Songwriting, and the Deconstruction Movement
Let us know what famous Christian celebrities you want us to interview for the show!

Benjamin Watson on Why Faith Is More Visible Than Ever in Sports -- and Why That Matters

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Award-winning and Latin Grammy-nominated worship artist Christine D’Clario joins Crosswalk Talk to discuss her deeply personal new book, Healing in the Desert. Known by millions for her music, Christine opens up about her battle with severe postpartum depression, suicidal thoughts, childhood trauma, and how therapy—paired with a vibrant faith—became a turning point in her healing journey.

In this powerful conversation, she shares how vulnerability became strength, why the Church must address mental health more openly, and how God’s presence sustained her in her darkest moments.

In This Episode


Christine’s diagnosis with severe postpartum depression


Surviving suicidal thoughts as a public Christian leader


Childhood trauma, abuse, and unresolved grief


Why mental health remains a challenging topic in some church communities


The importance of Spirit-filled, biblically grounded therapy


Wrestling honestly with God in seasons of pain


Her salvation story at age 19 and dramatic encounter with God


Encouragement for anyone battling anxiety, depression, or trauma

About the Book

In Healing in the Desert, Christine offers both her story and practical guideposts for navigating depression, anxiety, trauma, and spiritual doubt. The book combines personal testimony, biblical insight, and mental health resources for readers seeking hope and restoration.

Resources Mentioned


Healing in the Desert by Christine D’Clario


Soul Share Health – A faith-based mental health community offering prayer gatherings and licensed Christian therapy resources


LifeAudio– Discover more faith-centered podcasts

A Word of Encouragement

If you or someone you love is battling depression, anxiety, or trauma, this episode serves as a reminder: you are not alone. Many are the afflictions—but the Lord rescues. And often, He does so through both His Spirit and wise, compassionate community.

Award-winning and Latin Grammy-nominated worship artist Christine D&rsquo;Clario joins Crosswalk Talk to discuss her deeply personal new book,&nbsp;Healing in the Desert. Known by millions for her music, Christine opens up about her battle with severe postpartum depression, suicidal thoughts, childhood trauma, and how therapy&mdash;paired with a vibrant faith&mdash;became a turning point in her healing journey.
In this powerful conversation, she shares how vulnerability became strength, why the Church must address mental health more openly, and how God&rsquo;s presence sustained her in her darkest moments.
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Christine&rsquo;s diagnosis with severe postpartum depression
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Surviving suicidal thoughts as a public Christian leader
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Childhood trauma, abuse, and unresolved grief
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Why mental health remains a challenging topic in some church communities
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The importance of Spirit-filled, biblically grounded therapy
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Wrestling honestly with God in seasons of pain
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Her salvation story at age 19 and dramatic encounter with God
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Encouragement for anyone battling anxiety, depression, or trauma
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About the Book
In Healing in the Desert, Christine offers both her story and practical guideposts for navigating depression, anxiety, trauma, and spiritual doubt. The book combines personal testimony, biblical insight, and mental health resources for readers seeking hope and restoration.
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Resources Mentioned
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<a href="https://www.amazon.com/Healing-Desert-Finding-Journey-Brokenness/dp/0830791493">Healing in the Desert by Christine D&rsquo;Clario</a>
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<a href="https://soulsharehealth.com/en-usd/pages/home">Soul Share Health</a> &ndash; A faith-based mental health community offering prayer gatherings and licensed Christian therapy resources
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<a href="https://www.lifeaudio.com/">LifeAudio </a>&ndash; Discover more faith-centered podcasts
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A Word of Encouragement
If you or someone you love is battling depression, anxiety, or trauma, this episode serves as a reminder: you are not alone. Many are the afflictions&mdash;but the Lord rescues. And often, He does so through both His Spirit and wise, compassionate community.

Christine D’Clario on Postpartum Depression, Trauma, and Finding Healing in the Desert

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From The Fairly Odd Parents to Danny Phantom, Butch Hartman has shaped generations of childhoods with iconic animated shows. In this episode of Crosswalk Talk, Butch shares how his Christian faith informs his work, why he launched his own studio, and how he’s pioneering faith- and value-driven entertainment for kids today.

Butch opens up about navigating Hollywood as a Christian, balancing creativity with integrity, and using animation to teach hope, joy, and family values to a young audience. He also dives into his newest projects at Butch Hartman Studios, including The Garden Cartoon, Two by Two, Possum Paul, and Dragon Drive Through, and explains why animation has unique power to inspire kids in ways live-action often cannot.

In This Episode


Butch’s journey from Michigan to becoming a Nickelodeon animator


The creation of The Fairly Odd Parents, Danny Phantom, and other classics


How hand-drawn animation shaped his early career and the evolution to digital tools


Navigating Hollywood as a Christian and integrating faith into mainstream media


Launching Butch Hartman Studios and creating family-friendly, faith-infused shows


Upcoming projects for older and younger audiences


The power of animation to communicate values, humor, and hope to kids


Butch Hartman Art Academy: mentoring the next generation of artists, writers, and producers


Lion and Lamb Foundation: supporting faith-based entertainment and charitable outreach

Resources:


Butch Hartman Studios – Explore shows and upcoming projects:


Lion and Lamb Foundation – Support faith-based entertainment:


Butch Hartman Art Academy– Online courses for aspiring artists, writers, and producers

You can find more Faith-based podcasts at Lifeaudio.com

From The Fairly Odd Parents to Danny Phantom, Butch Hartman has shaped generations of childhoods with iconic animated shows. In this episode of Crosswalk Talk, Butch shares how his Christian faith informs his work, why he launched his own studio, and how he&rsquo;s pioneering faith- and value-driven entertainment for kids today.
Butch opens up about navigating Hollywood as a Christian, balancing creativity with integrity, and using animation to teach hope, joy, and family values to a young audience. He also dives into his newest projects at Butch Hartman Studios, including The Garden Cartoon, Two by Two, Possum Paul, and Dragon Drive Through, and explains why animation has unique power to inspire kids in ways live-action often cannot.
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In This Episode
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Butch&rsquo;s journey from Michigan to becoming a Nickelodeon animator
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The creation of The Fairly Odd Parents, Danny Phantom, and other classics
</li>
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How hand-drawn animation shaped his early career and the evolution to digital tools
</li>
<li data-start="1244" data-end="1327">
Navigating Hollywood as a Christian and integrating faith into mainstream media
</li>
<li data-start="1328" data-end="1429">
Launching Butch Hartman Studios and creating family-friendly, faith-infused shows
</li>
<li data-start="1430" data-end="1483">
Upcoming projects for older and younger audiences
</li>
<li data-start="1484" data-end="1557">
The power of animation to communicate values, humor, and hope to kids
</li>
<li data-start="1558" data-end="1653">
Butch Hartman Art Academy: mentoring the next generation of artists, writers, and producers
</li>
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Lion and Lamb Foundation: supporting faith-based entertainment and charitable outreach
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</ul>
Resources:
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<a href="https://butchhartmanstudios.com/">Butch Hartman Studios</a> &ndash; Explore shows and upcoming projects:
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<a href="https://www.thelionandlambfoundation.org/">Lion and Lamb Foundation</a> &ndash; Support faith-based entertainment:
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<a href="https://butch-hartman-art-academy.mykajabi.com/">Butch Hartman Art Academy </a>&ndash; Online courses for aspiring artists, writers, and producers
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</ul>
You can find more Faith-based podcasts at <a href="https://www.lifeaudio.com/">Lifeaudio.com</a>

From Nickelodeon to Faith-Driven Animation: Butch Hartman Explains the Urgency

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What happens after the miracle? After the hit song? After the “happily ever after”? Actor Dennis Quaid and co-director Andy Erwin return to discuss I Can Only Imagine 2 — a continuation of the powerful story inspired by MercyMe frontman Bart Millard.

Rather than revisiting past success, the sequel explores what happens when life gets complicated after the applause fades. Bart, now a father, must navigate the challenges of raising a teenage son while wrestling with his own legacy, expectations, and unresolved questions about fatherhood.

When singer Tim Timmons joins the tour, his radical daily gratitude becomes a catalyst for change — challenging Bart to rediscover joy, humility, and perspective in the midst of success.

In This Episode


Why Andy Erwin was initially skeptical about making a sequel


The idea that sparked the film: “What happens when the happily ever after breaks?”


Why this film is more continuation than sequel


Dennis Quaid on portraying memory, legacy, and the father-son chain


The powerful theme of gratitude as “hope with teeth”


How Tim Timmons’ character reshapes the emotional core of the story


Healing generational wounds and completing the chain of fatherhood


Why audiences are craving authentic stories that wrestle with life’s big questions

About the Film

I Can Only Imagine 2
Directed by Andy Erwin

The film continues the story that began with I Can Only Imagine, following the next chapter of Bart Millard’s life as a father, artist, and man learning that success doesn’t eliminate struggle — and that gratitude may be the shortest road to joy.

With themes of redemption, legacy, and generational healing, the film challenges viewers to reflect on their own relationships with their fathers — and their children.

Listen & Subscribe

If you enjoyed this episode of Crosswalk Talk, subscribe and leave a review to help others discover faith-centered conversations like this one.

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What happens after the miracle? After the hit song? After the &ldquo;happily ever after&rdquo;? Actor Dennis Quaid and co-director Andy Erwin return to discuss&nbsp;I Can Only Imagine 2 &mdash; a continuation of the powerful story inspired by MercyMe frontman Bart Millard.
Rather than revisiting past success, the sequel explores what happens when life gets complicated after the applause fades. Bart, now a father, must navigate the challenges of raising a teenage son while wrestling with his own legacy, expectations, and unresolved questions about fatherhood.
When singer Tim Timmons joins the tour, his radical daily gratitude becomes a catalyst for change &mdash; challenging Bart to rediscover joy, humility, and perspective in the midst of success.
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In This Episode
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Why Andy Erwin was initially skeptical about making a sequel
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The idea that sparked the film: &ldquo;What happens when the happily ever after breaks?&rdquo;
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Why this film is more continuation than sequel
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Dennis Quaid on portraying memory, legacy, and the father-son chain
</li>
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The powerful theme of gratitude as &ldquo;hope with teeth&rdquo;
</li>
<li data-start="1356" data-end="1427">
How Tim Timmons&rsquo; character reshapes the emotional core of the story
</li>
<li data-start="1428" data-end="1498">
Healing generational wounds and completing the chain of fatherhood
</li>
<li data-start="1499" data-end="1585">
Why audiences are craving authentic stories that wrestle with life&rsquo;s big questions
</li>
</ul>
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<a href="https://icanonlyimagine.com/">About the Film</a>
I Can Only Imagine 2 Directed by Andy Erwin
The film continues the story that began with I Can Only Imagine, following the next chapter of Bart Millard&rsquo;s life as a father, artist, and man learning that success doesn&rsquo;t eliminate struggle &mdash; and that gratitude may be the shortest road to joy.
With themes of redemption, legacy, and generational healing, the film challenges viewers to reflect on their own relationships with their fathers &mdash; and their children.
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Listen &amp; Subscribe
If you enjoyed this episode of Crosswalk Talk, subscribe and leave a review to help others discover faith-centered conversations like this one.
Explore more podcasts at <a href="https://www.lifeaudio.com/">Lifeaudio.com</a>

Dennis Quaid & Andy Erwin on I Can Only Imagine 2, Fatherhood, and Hope After the Applause

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Benjamin Watson on Why Faith Is More Visible Than Ever in Sports -- and Why That Matters

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