Courage in the Face of Darkness: Chris Edmonds & Caleb Altmeyer

*This episode mentions abuse and may be triggering for some listeners.*  This week, we hear from Chris Edmonds, who shares the story of his father, World War II hero Roddie Edmonds, who was honored with the Medal of Honor for saving hundreds of Jewish American soldiers in a Nazi POW camp. Next, w…

The Bright Side of Life’s Many Detours: Jaccob and Josiah Slavin & Sara McDaniel

This week, we hear from hockey playing brothers Jaccob and Josiah Slavin—Jaccob a veteran defenseman for the Carolina Hurricanes and Josiah now playing for the Chicago Wolves in the same organization. They share about the night they finally played in an NHL game together after dreaming about it sin…

[JESUS LISTENS MONTHLY SERIES] Where Does Grace Begin When I’m At My Worst? ft. Nathan Clarkson

In this episode of Jesus Listens: Stories of Prayer, Susie McEntire sits down with author, actor, and filmmaker Nathan Clarkson for an honest conversation about letting go of perfectionism and embracing a faith rooted in grace. Nathan also talks about his new book, I’m the Worst, and the redemption…

Walking With God in All of Our Days to Life’s Final Moments: Francine Rivers & Whitney Capps

This week, we hear from bestselling author Francine Rivers, who has been married to her husband, Rick, for fifty-six years. She shares how a home Bible study helped carry them from the edge of divorce, what caring for Rick—a Vietnam Marine with Parkinson’s—looks like now, and why she sees death as …

Jesus Calling Scripture Study: The Song of Solomon with Aldo Cazzullo

Welcome to a special scripture-focused bonus episode of the Jesus Calling Podcast, where we hear from Italian journalist and author Aldo Cazzullo. Aldo walks us through the Song of Solomon, a book of deeply passionate and romantic poetry which celebrates love the way God designed it: to reflect His…

What Difference Does Knowing God Make? with Brian Bird & Alister McGrath

This week, we’ll hear from writer and producer Brian Bird, whose decades-long career in film and television includes When Calls the Heart and Touched by an Angel. Brian shares how he discovered his gift for writing through others who championed for him and how he uses his ability for storytelling t…

From Heartbreak to Healing: Kelly Rizzo & DOE

This week, we hear from TV host and podcaster Kelly Rizzo, who shares about the sudden loss of her husband, comedian Bob Saget, and how she views grief and coping in the aftermath of losing a partner. Next, we’ll hear from Dominique Jones, also known as DOE. She grew up leading worship in her fat…

Facing Tomorrow When the World Feels Unstable: Bill and Gloria Gaither & Chris Blue

This week, we hear from legendary husband and wife songwriting team Bill and Gloria Gaither, who went from teaching school in a small Indiana town to writing some of the most sung hymns and songs in the modern church, including “Because He Lives” and “He Touched Me.” They’ll talk about the lessons …

[JESUS LISTENS MONTHLY SERIES] When Heartache Comes, Help Me Find Hope: Jimmy Fortune

From his roots in Virginia to decades with the Statler Brothers and beyond, Jimmy Fortune has walked through seasons of success, heartache, and loss. In this episode of Jesus Listens: Stories of Prayer, Jimmy shares how a praying mother and a Bible left open in a hotel room kept him seeking God, an…

Choosing Authenticity in a Curated World: Atticus Shaffer & Ariel Fitz-Patrick

Best known for his role as Brick Heck on the hit NBC show The Middle, actor and YouTuber Atticus Shaffer shares the profound lessons learned from living with the chronic pain and the medical challenges of osteogenesis imperfecta. He also reflects on his moving caretaking journey, discussing the rol…