On today's show we're joined by iconic indie rock group, Local Natives! We talk about their new double album and some big changes that recently happened for the band. Plus, we have the week's RELEVANT Buzz — which covers everything from a new study that shows how TikTok affects our self-image, to the fallout from the Australian breakdancer's viral performance, to the future of late-night TV. And at the end of the show, we have your feedback about trends from your childhood you want to see...

Today we're joined by versatile Christian hip-hop artist Anike — who you may know previously as Wande. We talk to her about the reason behind her name change, as well as other changes in her life as she prepares to release her highly anticipated new album. Plus, we have the week's Slices, ranging from a new AI friend option, to new breakthroughs with 3D-printed houses, to a bold strategy one guy in Philly tried for getting a date. And at the end of the show, do not miss Life Advice: Campus...

Today we're joined by worship leader Sean Curran, who releases his new album today! We have a great conversation about how to connect with God not just in big moments, but everyday life as well. Plus, we have the week's RELEVANT Buzz — from a couple of Christian artists topping mainstream charts, to some big changes possibly coming to social media, to Aaron Cole making his mark on a legendary hip-hop show. And at the end of the show, we shake up the feedback segment — and there's a lot of...

Today our guest is singer-songwriter David Kushner! He's absolutely exploded onto the scene, so we get some of his story, including how faith has become an integral part of his life and music. Plus, we have the week's Slices — from Ford patenting tattle-tale cars, to smart cities, to a bonus "political" slice that will absolutely leave your jaw on the floor. And at the end, don't miss part two of the RELEVANT Podcast Olympics!  Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy...

Today we're joined by Judah Akers from Judah & the Lion! We talk about their new album, which is a deeply personal project covering the five stages of grief. It's a great conversation about the process of healing and finding hope. Plus, we have the week's RELEVANT Buzz, covering everything from Greek gods to AI boyfriends to big Marvel announcements. And at the end of the show, we have your feedback on projects you've taken on but gotten in over your heads! Advertising Inquiries:...

Today we're joined by counselor and author Debra Fileta! We talk about the importance of taking care of yourself, how Jesus’ life models that, and a lot more. Plus, we have the week's Slices — which get deeper than usual — and at the end of the show we have this year's RELEVANT Podcast Olympics! It starts hilariously bad and ends just hilarious. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Today we're joined by worship leader Pat Barrett, who releases a new album today! The conversation goes from spending time with God to social media and more. Don't miss it! Plus, we have this week's RELEVANT Buzz — covering the troubling side of the Olympics, a surprising study about singleness, and a first look at Timothée Chalamet as Bob Dylan. And at the end of the show, we have your burning questions! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out:...

Today we're joined by indie rock band Colony House, who this week released a re-recorded deluxe edition of their debut album to celebrate its 10-year anniversary. We hear about the band's process of looking back, but also their future. Plus, we have this week's Slices — from the secret to getting promoted at work, to NASA really hoping aliens like Missy Elliott, to iconic TV shows that fell off in later seasons. And yes there is plenty of Glenn Powell talk for some reason. And at the end, see...

Today we're joined by nobigdyl., who just dropped an amazing new album. We talk about the vulnerability and intentionality behind the project. Plus, we mix things up on this episode! Instead of RELEVANT Buzz, we decided to pivot and tackle 5 Burning Questions — covering everything from church to summer TV to politics to summer vacations to what we're excited about next. Don't miss it. And at the end of the show, we have your Most American Things feedback! Advertising Inquiries:...

Today we're joined by WNBA legend Maya Moore and her husband Jonathan Irons! Since she's retired from basketball, they've taken on a new challenge: fixing prison sentencing reform. The story behind why is fascinating. Plus, the crew fixes the Olympics, we have the week's Slices — from the one thing that will actually get Jesse interested in space, to the original plan for Good Will Hunting, to the good? side of social media consumption. And at the end of the show, we have a new game — Sequels...

Today we're joined by Elevation Worship, who drop an awesome new album today. Plus, we have the week's RELEVANT Buzz — covering the internet's strong opinions about a modest wedding dress, to a study that shows 94% of college essays using AI go undetected, to an update on Russell Brand's faith journey three months in. The crew also gets into hot dog controversies and Creed being peak America, but we digress. Plus, we have your feedback at the end! Advertising Inquiries:...

Today we're joined by Hollywood A-lister Letitia Wright! Not only is she a huge movie star, but she's also the executive producer of an inspiring new film highlighting foster care. (She's also the cover story of the new issue 115 of RELEVANT, which we give you a preview of.) Plus, the cast brings the week's Slices — covering YouTube's effort to fight AI fakes, M.I.A.'s new very normal clothing line, and the Internet roasting Joel Osteen for tweeting something nice. And at the end of the show,...

Today we're joined by author and podcaster Tara Leigh Cobble, who just so happens to host a Bible study podcast that's one of the biggest podcasts in the world. Plus, the crew brings the week's slices — from a limited-time opportunity to buy real estate in heaven to 20 years of pop culture being deleted from the internet. At the end of the show, we have Emily and Marty in a round of Table Topics. And if you haven't heard Marty's fantastic new album yet, you'll hear more about it on today's...

Today we're joined by rapper Hulvey, who's been dropping some notable new music lately. We talk about why Christian rap is blowing up right now and everything that's changing for him too. Plus, we have the week's RELEVANT Buzz — from Dallas pastor Robert Madu appearing on a hit Netflix docuseries, to the latest with the Robert Morris scandal and a new study by the Church of England on the impact social media is having on faith. At the end of the show, we have your feedback — part two of your...

Today we're joined by worship leader Alexander Pappas, who you've known from Hillsong Young and Free. We talk to him about his transition to solo music, how he's dealt with all the changes at Hillsong in recent years, and something a lot of us can relate to — how to process church hurt. It's a must-listen. Plus, the crew brings this week's Slices, from a new flat-earthers show to a New Zealand woman suing her boyfriend for not taking her to the airport. As always, we bring you the...

Today we're joined by Australian indie pop trio Sheppard, who you know from their massive hit 'Geronimo!' We talk to them about their brand new album, which releases today. Plus, it's a summer vacation episode! We mix things up with some Table Topics and some of the most hilarious feedback ever at the end — your stories about times growing up when you were playing and things went sideways and your parents hopefully didn't find out.  Advertising Inquiries:...

Today we're joined by former Hillsong NYC pastor Carl Lentz for a vulnerable, unedited conversation about his past, present and future. (If you're tuning in for just that convo, it starts at the 40-minute mark.) For those checking out our normal show, the cast has this week's Slices — from the rollercoaster hot dog eating competition news, to celebs banning people for no good reason on social media. Plus, we have a fresh edition of 'Would You Rather?' that you don't want to miss. But the real...

Today we're joined by singer-songwriter Caleb Hearn, who's blown up on TikTok over the last few years and is about to release his highly anticipated debut album! Plus, we have the week's RELEVANT Buzz, with an update on the TikTok cult documentary everyone's talking about, to a surprising new study showing that the number of Nones in Gen Z is actually going down, to Pharrell implying his upcoming LEGO biopic might actually be deeper and more faith-focused that you'd expect. And at the end of...

Today we're joined by author, speaker, poet (and more) Jackie Hill Perry! We talk to her about her new book on Ephesians, how she juggles so many projects and more. Plus, the crew brings the week's Slices — from the latest buzz inside of KTLA, to the end of freebies, to the major shakeup coming to arena tours, to the newest examples of AI getting things very, very wrong. And at the end of the show, we have a new edition of 5 Second Rule! Advertising Inquiries:...

Today we're joined by SEU Worship, who have an amazing new album releasing today! Plus, Jesse's back from his first real cruise, and boy does he have some thoughts. Also, we have the week's RELEVANT Buzz, covering the new Netflix TikTok cult documentary everyone's talking about, the problematic changes coming to the most problematic social media app, and we find out why The Chosen's new season has been delayed so long. And at the end, we have your tipping feedback! Advertising Inquiries:...

Today we're joined by film icon Cuba Gooding, Jr., who tells us about a new faith-based movie he has coming out later this summer. Plus, the crew brings the week's Slices —ranging from a regrettable NBA playoffs promotion, to something that texting and driving might say about your brain, to a new way streamers are looking to compensate actors more fairly. And at the end of the show, we have one of Cameron's favorite games yet: "How Well Do You Remember Your Lyrics?" where we test Marty and...

Today rapper WHATUPRG joins us to talk about what it was like growing up as a first-generation Mexican-American, including what it was like to witness his dad get deported, how his life experiences and faith have shaped his identity as an artist and more. Plus, we have the week's RELEVANT Buzz — including an update from Russell Brand one month into his newfound faith, a new study that reveals almost half of Gen Z live a double-life online, and a summer music festival with an actually strong...

Today we're joined by Maverick City Music's co-founder to talk about the recent changes with the group, where they are now and where they're going. If you've been impacted by Mav City's music in recent years, you don't want to miss this conversation! Plus, we have the week's RELEVANT Buzz — from a German church hosting a Taylor Swift service, to Gen Z making less than millennials, to the dire state of endless shrimp. And at the end, we have your feedback about the embarrassing things your...

Today we're joined by author and speaker Ashlee Eiland, who brings some great insights about how to navigate difficult conversations this year (which it will be full of). Plus, the cast brings the week's Slices — from the streamers basically relaunching cable, to a new study revealing men don't know how to shower, to how we really all really need to pay attention to media literacy. And at the end of the episode, we help out all the recent grads with a special edition of Ask the...

One year after his passing, we look back on the legacy of one of our faith heroes, Dr. Tim Keller, by playing an unreleased interview we had with him last year. The topic is forgiveness — from church hurts, to what to do when we've wronged someone else. It's something we all need to hear. Plus, we have the week's RELEVANT Buzz, covering nobigdyl's Tiny Desk Concert contest honor, to new studies showing a large number of women aren't aspiring to be moms anymore, to a surprising faith...