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20 The Countdown Magazine
William Ryan, III
141 episodes
2 days ago
20 The Countdown Magazine is a weekly top 20 Christian music countdown show hosted by William Ryan, III featuring artist interviews, Christian music news, and the latest Christian music!
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20 The Countdown Magazine is a weekly top 20 Christian music countdown show hosted by William Ryan, III featuring artist interviews, Christian music news, and the latest Christian music!
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Episodes (20/141)
20 The Countdown Magazine
20 The Countdown Magazine (11/15/25)
This week’s countdown is packed with new debuts. Jamie MacDonald continues to surprise people with a breakout hit, and Jeremy Camp storms into the top five with serious momentum. Anne Wilson shows up with a powerful story behind her new song, and Lauren Daigle nudges her way into the top ten again.
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2 days ago
1 hour 44 minutes

20 The Countdown Magazine
20TCM 40th Anniversary Celebration (11/8/25)
This week on 20 The Countdown Magazine, we’re celebrating 40 incredible years on the air! Instead of our usual Top 20 countdown, we’re taking a look back at the moments, artists, and songs that have defined 20 The Countdown Magazine through the decades. From the early days with Jon Rivers to the chart-toppers of today, you’ll hear the stories that shaped Christian music and the people who made it unforgettable. Plus, hear from artists like Micah Tyler who grew up listening to the show and now find themselves part of its legacy. Join William Ryan III and Jon Rivers for a heartfelt, nostalgic, and joy-filled celebration of four decades of music that continues to inspire listeners around the world.
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1 week ago
1 hour 44 minutes

20 The Countdown Magazine
20 The Countdown Magazine (11/1/25)
This week on 20 The Countdown Magazine, WR3 counts down the biggest songs in Christian music and shares stories of faith and inspiration from around the world. You’ll hear new music from Hope Darst, Crowder, and Jeremy Camp, plus the latest updates from artists who are impacting lives in powerful ways. We’ve also got a moving throwback from Rich Mullins, an incredible Forever Fan Favorite pick, and a behind-the-scenes look at how God is still working in the lives of artists like Forrest Frank and Cory Asbury. And don’t forget—next weekend is our 40th Anniversary Show! We’ll be celebrating four decades of faith, music, and memories with Jon Rivers and special guests.
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2 weeks ago
1 hour 44 minutes

20 The Countdown Magazine
20 The Countdown Magazine (10/25/25)
This week on 20 The Countdown Magazine, we’ve got some major movement on the chart and a brand-new record-breaking moment that longtime listeners are going to love. We’ll celebrate one of the biggest names in Christian music holding onto the top spot longer than anyone else since William started hosting the show… plus, there’s a powerful new worship anthem climbing fast that might just surprise you! You’ll also hear the latest from MercyMe, Crowder, and Elevation Worship, along with a few songs that are making their countdown debut this week. In the news, we’re talking about the brand-new trailer for I Can Only Imagine 2, Chris Tomlin’s daughter taking the stage in a big way, and some exciting baby news from Forrest Frank. And this week’s Throwback takes us back to a MercyMe song written from a season of deep faith and unanswered prayers. All that and more, right here on 20 The Countdown Magazine!
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3 weeks ago
1 hour 44 minutes

20 The Countdown Magazine
20 The Countdown Magazine (10/18/25)
This week on 20 The Countdown Magazine, it’s a special Dove Awards edition of Artist News! William shares his top three favorite moments from Christian music’s biggest night, including a surprise duet that had the whole crowd on their feet. Plus, we’ve got brand-new music from Emerson Day, Megan Woods, and TobyMac, and we’ll celebrate this week’s Future Fan Favorite Winner — Ben Fuller with “Black Sheep.” And don’t miss the Station of the Week, WPIO in Titusville, Florida, celebrating 50 years on the air and one of the first stations to carry 20 The Countdown Magazine way back in 1985! It all leads up to a huge moment at the top of the chart… find out who takes the #1 spot this week on 20 The Countdown Magazine!
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1 month ago
1 hour 44 minutes

20 The Countdown Magazine
20 The Countdown Magazine (10/11/25)
This week on 20 The Countdown Magazine, we’re celebrating a major milestone as one artist holds the top spot for the 10th week in a row! Plus, we’re heading to Pella, Iowa to spotlight our Station of the Week, KCWN 99.9, celebrating 30 years on the air. In this week’s Christian music news: Highlights from the 56th Annual GMA Dove Awards with unforgettable performances and a surprise duet you won’t believe. Maverick City Music announces some big lineup changes as Chandler Moore and Naomi Raine step into new seasons. And Cory Asbury dreams up an alternate halftime concert that could make Super Bowl Sunday a whole lot more inspiring!
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1 month ago
1 hour 44 minutes

20 The Countdown Magazine
20 The Countdown Magazine (10/4/25)
This week on 20 The Countdown Magazine, William Ryan brings you the top songs in Christian music, including fresh debuts, powerful worship anthems, and the Future Fan Favorite you voted for. You’ll also hear about our Station of the Week, Power of Worship Radio, reaching listeners from North Carolina all the way to Grenada. Plus, in the news: for KING + COUNTRY announces a brand-new Prime Video documentary, Lauren Daigle wraps up 14 days of fasting and prayer with her fans, and Jordan Feliz shares a powerful personal moment you won’t want to miss.
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1 month ago
1 hour 44 minutes

20 The Countdown Magazine
20 The Countdown Magazine (9/27/25)
On this week’s episode of 20 The Countdown Magazine with William Ryan the Third, you’ll hear stories of unity and worship from a nationally televised memorial service, including powerful moments from Brandon Lake, Chris Tomlin, and Phil Wickham. You’ll also find out which artist is still touring even with a broken leg, and how he’s rolling through shows in style. Plus, we’ve got a brand-new 20Xtra from Chris Tomlin and this week’s Future Fan Favorite winner. All that and, of course, the 20 biggest songs in Christian music counted down for you.
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1 month ago
1 hour 44 minutes

20 The Countdown Magazine
20 The Countdown Magazine (9/20/25)
This week on 20 The Countdown Magazine with William Ryan III, we’re counting down the biggest songs in Christian music, and the top spot is holding strong for another week! Along the way, hear which songs are climbing, which ones are brand new, and our Future Fan Favorite winner. Plus, we’ll check in with our Station of the Week, the Revolution Show with Tommy G from New Hampshire, and bring you stories from Carrie Underwood, Tauren Wells, and Matthew West.
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1 month ago
1 hour 44 minutes

20 The Countdown Magazine
20 The Countdown Magazine (9/13/25)
Join William Ryan the Third for 20 The Countdown Magazine as we run through the biggest songs in Christian music this week. There are fresh chart moves, plus an inspiring 20Xtra from Lauren Daigle and a Throwback that pairs Zach Williams with Dolly Parton. We’ll crown a new Future Fan Favorite and give you the chance to help pick next week’s winner. Two hours of music, stories, and surprises that will lift your week.
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2 months ago
1 hour 44 minutes

20 The Countdown Magazine
20 The Countdown Magazine (9/6/25)
This week on 20 The Countdown Magazine with William Ryan III, seven songs are climbing the chart, seven are slipping down, and six are holding steady. We’ve got a Throwback from 2006 with Third Day, a brand-new Station of the Week spotlight, and all the latest stories behind your favorite Christian hits.
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2 months ago
1 hour 44 minutes

20 The Countdown Magazine
20 The Countdown Magazine (8/30/25)
This week on 20 The Countdown Magazine we’ve got another exciting lineup of the top songs in Christian music. One of your favorite worship leaders is holding down the #1 spot for the fourth week in a row, plus you’ll hear the brand new Future Fan Favorite winner chosen by your votes. We’ve also got some powerful new songs breaking into the chart and a special moment from Colton Dixon that you won’t want to miss. Join William Ryan III for stories, music, and the full countdown!
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2 months ago
1 hour 44 minutes

20 The Countdown Magazine
20 The Countdown Magazine (8/23/25)
This week’s countdown is packed with powerful moments and a few surprises! Forrest Frank’s story of healing keeps unfolding in incredible ways, MercyMe has a moving new single climbing fast, and Switchfoot takes us back with one of their all-time classics as our Throwback. We’ll also celebrate a brand-new Future Fan Favorite winner and introduce two fresh songs you can vote on. Plus, we’re welcoming a brand-new affiliate, UVC Radio, as our Station of the Week.
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2 months ago
1 hour 44 minutes

20 The Countdown Magazine
20 The Countdown Magazine (8/16/25)
This week on 20 The Countdown Magazine, we’ve got a 20XTRA feature from Meagan Woods that’s all about encouragement, a brand new Future Fan Favorite winner from Jordan Feliz, and two fresh songs you can vote on for next week. We’ll also spotlight our Station of the Week, Sound of Life, a network that’s been sharing the hope and love of Jesus since the 1980s. Plus, you’ll hear inspiring moments from artists like Forrest Frank, Crowder, and Anne Wilson, and we’ll count down the 20 biggest songs in Christian music right now.
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3 months ago
1 hour 44 minutes

20 The Countdown Magazine
20 The Countdown Magazine (8/9/25)
We’ve got an incredible lineup of the 20 biggest songs in Christian music, including a few powerful climbers and some exciting new voices breaking into the chart. You’ll also hear a miraculous recovery story from Forrest Frank that had us all stunned—and praising God. Plus, we’ll share why Crowder’s asking for prayer this week, and celebrate some big baby news from Hannah Kerr. There’s a brand new Future Fan Favorite winner, two new songs you can vote on, and a classic throwback that’ll take you back to 2012 with a familiar voice introducing it. And of course, we’ll count all the way down to this week’s brand new #1 song—but no spoilers here. You’ll have to listen to find out who took the top spot!
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3 months ago
1 hour 44 minutes

20 The Countdown Magazine
20 The Countdown Magazine (8/2/25)
This week on 20 The Countdown Magazine, we count down the top 20 songs in Christian music, celebrate a surprise Dove Award nomination reveal for Katy Nichole, and throw it back to a powerful hit that just marked its 10th anniversary. William also shares some big family news—his son got engaged! Plus, two new songs are up for your vote as the next Future Fan Favorite. Join us for music, stories, and a few surprises along the way!
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3 months ago
1 hour 44 minutes

20 The Countdown Magazine
20 The Countdown Magazine (7/26/25)
This week on 20 The Countdown Magazine, the countdown is packed with fresh songs, big moves, and your votes for the Future Fan Favorite. William shares new music from Emerson Day and Elevation Rhythm, the latest artist news, and a throwback from For King & Country. You’ll also hear an update from our Station of the Week in Albany, Georgia, and find out which two new songs are up for your vote. Catch the full chart and stream the show anytime at 20TCD.com!
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3 months ago
1 hour 44 minutes

20 The Countdown Magazine
20 The Countdown Magazine (7/19/25)
This week on 20 The Countdown Magazine, we welcome a brand new song to the chart—“Can’t Steal My Joy” from Josiah Queen and Brandon Lake. Plus, we’ve got all your favorite artists, the latest listener stories, and our Station of the Week shoutout. Don’t miss this week’s throwback, and if you’re ready to help choose the next Future Fan Favorite, your votes are open for Chris Tomlin’s “How Good It Is” and Anne Wilson’s “God Story.” Plug in for two hours of music, stories, and moments that just might make your week a little brighter.
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4 months ago
1 hour 44 minutes

20 The Countdown Magazine
20 The Countdown Magazine (7/12/25)
This week on 20 The Countdown Magazine, William Ryan counts down the top 20 songs in Christian music, shares a brand new XTRA, and spotlights some incredible listener favorites. You’ll hear inspiring stories behind the music, find out which song is gaining serious momentum, and get the inside scoop on what artists are up to. Plus, don’t miss the Future Fan Favorite segment, listener shoutouts, and a special Station of the Week. Hit play and join the celebration!
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4 months ago
1 hour 44 minutes

20 The Countdown Magazine
20 The Countdown Magazine (7/5/25)
🎧 This week on 20 The Countdown Magazine, we’ve got some exciting surprises! A legendary live performance, a powerful new artist collab, and the return of a beloved voice in Christian music. Plus, we reveal the latest Future Fan Favorite winner, feature a brand new song you can vote on, and take it back to 2007 for this week’s Throwback. Join William Ryan III for all the stories behind the songs, listener favorites from around the world, and a countdown you won’t want to miss!
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4 months ago
1 hour 44 minutes

20 The Countdown Magazine
20 The Countdown Magazine is a weekly top 20 Christian music countdown show hosted by William Ryan, III featuring artist interviews, Christian music news, and the latest Christian music!