Jase welcomes San Francisco 49ers offensive lineman Colton McKivitz into his home as a new brother in Christ. Colton explains how his heart was convicted for Jesus during a biblical conversation he had with his quarterback, teammate, and fellow believer Brock Purdy. The guys urge wariness of tedious religious arguments but encourage honest conversations about the simplicity of Jesus. Jase picks on Zach about his new podcast, “Not Yet Now,” that premieres on November 19. Check it out: Apple...

Jase is accused of being “the mean one” during his childhood, though he’s prepared a defense that lays the blame squarely at Willie’s feet. Jase participates in a neighborhood tradition that he’s ignored for decades, and it turns out that he enjoys it even more now. Al looks back on his legacy in the pulpit as he witnesses two young preachers delivering a powerful sermon he authored decades ago, and Zach drops big news about his new podcast, “Not Yet Now,” premiering November 19. Check it...

Jase recounts one of the craziest wagers he ever won, and he swears he didn’t even think about cheating. Al is excited about a recent discovery of ancient stone tablets in Israel, and Zach points out that the Bible has been historically proven accurate many times over, more so than any other book from antiquity. The guys focus on the struggle that inevitably comes in life with following Jesus, but even that shouldn’t keep us from sharing Jesus with passion. In this episode: Colossians 1;...

Jase struggles to prove to a machine that he’s not a bot, and he keeps a botanic secret from Missy every time she goes out of town. Zach points out one major flaw in the Robertson family for generations, but Al insists they’re turning it around. Jase worries that child labor laws may have been broken when he was a kid building duck calls, and the guys illustrate that maturity doesn’t have to do with how long you’ve been a church member but how your heart responds to Jesus. In this episode:...

Jase freely admits to some embarrassing things he does for the sake of the toddlers in his life, and Zach’s old Disney reference has Jase jokingly sounding off about the problem with immaturity in grown men. Edward Graham, COO of Samaritan’s Purse and son of Franklin Graham, gives an overview of the long- and short-term work his organization is doing for Hurricane Helene victims. He is proud of his crew’s hard work and looking forward to aiding the people of Appalachia and Florida for as long...

Jase finds himself alone and working in the duck call room again, and he can feel Uncle Si’s presence over his shoulder. Zach opens up about the difficulties his family faced growing up as his father was fired from ministry work twice for unjust reasons, and the guys offer advice for what to do when a person is caused pain by a church or its members. Jase admits one irritating thing he loves that Missy has never and will never appreciate. In this episode: Colossians 1, verses...

Uncle Si wholeheartedly approves of the choice of the American people to vote in Donald Trump as the 47th President. Jase recounts the moment he knew Kamala Harris wasn’t a candidate he could support, and Al remembers the moment he knew former President Trump would win again. Zach’s election party held a late-night surprise, and the guys agree that it's the Christian's responsibility to stand up and do what’s right according to Jesus, no matter who lives in the White House. In this episode:...

Jase responds to Kamala’s despicable reaction to Jesus’ name and is proud of JD Vance’s openly faithful statement that Christ is king. Phil drops by for a few minutes, and the guys encourage everyone to get out and vote for their own values. Plus, what would Jesus say about economic policy, bipartisanship, and the Republican Party? In this episode: Colossians 1; Exodus 33, verse 20; 2 Corinthians 3, verses 13-18 “Unashamed” episode 986 is sponsored...

Dove Award-winning Christian musician David Crowder buddies up with Jase, who gleefully claims their twin-ship. Crowder talks about his unusual start in the Christian music industry, who influenced his career the most, and what it was like to meet his musical hero, Eddie Vedder of Pearl Jam. Jase identifies with Crowder’s song “Red Letters” in a major way, and Al manages to get Crowder to reveal what happened the one time he shaved off his beard. Listen to Crowder’s new single, “Somebody...

Jase once ran off his best friend when he showed up drunk at Jase’s house, but Jase continued to pray for him. The next time they spoke, two years later, Jase asked him to be the best man at his wedding! Jase has a simple piece of advice for those wanting to share the gospel with their loved ones. The guys explore what Jesus has to say about the heart and the role it plays in our passions, decisions, and feelings. In this episode: Colossians 2, verse 2; Colossians 3, verses 15-23; John 6,...

Jase confesses to recently doing something that he was able to quit almost 20 years ago, and it came back to bite him. Zach’s dubious burger-cooking hack leaves Jase and Al feeling skeptical, and everyone knows Phil’s burgers are the best anyway. The guys compare getting to know Jesus to being in a marriage, except that Jesus never lets us down like our spouses inevitably will. Al ponders the fate of rapper Diddy, who used to be famous for his lyrical skills but is now famous for sex...

Jase is on a roll between sparking controversy with church attendees, making fun of Zach’s fashion sense, and accurately comparing him to a famous cartoon character. Phil’s injury has prompted others to pick up the slack in baptisms at church, but it’s not quite the same. The guys discuss the nature of wisdom and how it’s described over time throughout the Bible. Zach offers a clue to the meaning of the biblical phrase “enemies in your mind.” In this episode: Colossians 1, verses 15-20;...

Jase discovers a horror during the cleanup of his Tennessee home destroyed by a tornado and convinces Missy, the only person around, to help him deal with it. Al and Jase recall several verses about the “fragrance” of life, victory, and Jesus, including one that Phil crafted an entire sermon around. Jase advises a new Christian on how to share Jesus’ message effectively, and the guys agree that new Christians have valuable insight into Jesus, even if their delivery might need a little...

Jase, Missy, and Zach get a behind-the-scenes peek into “The Chosen" director Dallas Jenkins’ upcoming Christmas movie. Dallas opens up about what it’s like to tell a Jesus-centered story to a mostly secular audience. Missy's own experiences lead her to ask Dallas and his wife, Amanda, if it felt like Satan tried to interfere in this project, and Jase felt nostalgic to the point of tears watching the story of a church embracing a poor, rambunctious family. Get your early-access tickets to see...

Jase refuses to believe in the merits of pedicures, even though Al sings their praises, and Lisa returns for an update on her second reconstructive surgery post-breast cancer. Jase compares the fake news of man-made gods to the good news of the gospel, and Jesus was the prototype for God becoming man as well as God living among men. Lisa relates her tale of desperation that led her to Christ and how she realized she’d made her husband the lord of her life instead of Jesus.  In this episode:...

Missy and Jase share behind-the-scenes stories of evil trying and failing to ruin the Mia Moo Funday, where they treat families in their charity to a weekend of fun, food, and Jesus. Mia’s journey leads Missy to reflect on a tender moment during “Duck Dynasty” filming, and Al witnessed another touching moment during that same episode between Phil and “Hacksaw” Jim Duggan. Zach is thankful for Unashamed Nation showing up for North Carolinians in a big way. In this episode: Hebrews 12, verses...

World-famous actor and author Kirk Cameron joins Al and Jase, along with Brave Books chief strategy officer Zach Bell, to make a plan for Christian values to reinvigorate America. Kirk explains the need for action from people of faith to restore the values of family, courage, and character, and Phil gets on board with the vision presented in Kirk’s new book. The guys agree that conservatives don’t have as strong a vision for the future as the Left — and that must change. In this episode:...

Jase is giddy over making an unexpected friend in a lady pest control technician, discovering extremely rare coins in his yard, and accidentally entertaining his landscaping crew. Phil’s pain tolerance is legendary among the Robertson family, and the guys dissect Colossians’ themes of spiritual maturity, discipline, and growth. Al points out that an emotional response to Christ is necessary but only part of the whole journey. In this episode: Colossians 1; Colossians 2, verse 8; Acts 19,...

Jase realizes that he’s been texting a stranger for years thinking it’s Sadie, and Korie drops a hint about a “big” new movie that she’s working on, as well as her brand-new podcast, "LO Mama" with Beth Redman. Phil wishes for a family directory since his branch of the family tree has grown so much. The guys and Korie marvel at the legacy of strong, godly women in their lives and how they’ve influenced generations. In this episode: 1 Timothy 3, verses 1-9; 2 Timothy 2, verse 8 “Unashamed”...

Jase gets mistaken for Willie by a friend of 20 years, and it really has Jase questioning his dietary choices. Willie once was mistaken for a homeless man in NYC, which left him with a nasty surprise in his cup of coffee, and Phil embraces the impact that famous biblical women had on the early church. The guys explore why Christian teachings were so upsetting to Roman society and hierarchy, and they discuss the modern and ancient meaning of the word “saints.” In this episode: Colossians 1,...

Jase put his guitar "skills" on display, and his fans have never let him live it down, including his friend Mac Powell, formerly of the Christian band Third Day. Mac recounts his appearance on “Duck Dynasty,” and Phil’s rock-and-roll roots formed the basis of his son’s musical education. Al jokingly relates the Robertsons to the Kardashians but with beards and Jesus. Check out Mac Powell’s newest album, “I Love Jesus,” at http://macpowell.com! “Unashamed” episode 973 is sponsored...

Jase reveals the very beginning of the Mia Moo Fund, which Mia has now fully taken over, and how well she’s doing at heading up such a large project. Phil offers wisdom for families going through struggles, and the guys are joined by guests Lisa Robertson and Heather Lawless, founder of Reliance Ministries and Reliance Center in Lewiston, Idaho. Heather shares her journey from nearly being aborted to running a successful and growing pregnancy resource center that’s saving the lives of...

Thanks to Elon Musk, Phil, Al, and Jase are joined by Zach for his firsthand account of Hurricane Helene relief efforts in North Carolina. Phil believes this is the perfect justification for bringing back outhouses, and Zach is in awe of how the church stepped in to care for storm victims, both physically and spiritually. Zach also offers on-the-ground insight into why central planning and the government could never take the place of kingdom people during a disaster. The power of God's...

Uncle Si and Phil join up to tag-team a gospel presentation unlike any other to benefit a young lady Jase met recently. Si unapologetically reveals why his political career never got off the ground when he was in the military, and Jase schools his response to a controversial “Duck Call Room” podcast conversation that made its way back to him. Si has a few tough questions for the human race, and hope doesn’t equal uncertainty when it comes to Jesus. In this episode: Matthew 28, verse 18; Mark...