In this episode, our guest is Mac Powell—one of the most recognizable voices in Christian music. Whether fronting his band Third Day (which is reuniting for a 2026 spring tour) or through his solo work, Mac is known for keeping family first. We dive into his love of reading—he’s currently working through a book about Paul McCartney—and swap thoughts on everything from the new Superman movie to whether Corey would actually join Mac on a future adventure. It’s an honest, fun, and wide-ranging conversation you won’t want to miss.

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This is Ben Fuller's 3rd appearance on the podcast. Ben is a longtime friend of the podcast, and has a new album to chat with Corey about, including a one-of-a-kind moment recording with Carrie Underwood.



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Steven Curtis Chapman is celebrating the 25th anniversary of "Speechless" this fall with a tour playing that album front to back. Plus we find common ground with some grandparenting talk.

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Tenth Avenue North return with the 10th studio album, "Learning to Trust".  Corey chats with Mike Donehey about music, books, family, trusting God, and Mike's life-soundtrack, (or at least 5 songs from it).

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Check out Corey's other podcast, "Congrats! You're Funny", as Corey maneuvers stand up comedy.

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Stephen Stanley is ready for you to hear his second album, "Trustfall".  What did he learn from his debut album, what's different the 2nd time around?  What will the tour sound and look like?  Throw in some dad vibes, (he has a 3 year old and a brand new baby as we record this), and you have a tasty second appearance of a very talented young man. Go back and listen to the first album, seriously.  

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The Van Zant Brothers have a rock and roll resume' like no other.  Johnny fronts Lynyrd Skynyrd, and Donnie founded .38 Special.  The Van Zants love the Lord, and produced an album of songs that reflect their faith, called "Always Look Up."

Yes, we talk Skynyd.  Yes, we talk .38 Special.  Yes, we talk Jesus.

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Check out my brand new OTHER podcast, "Congrats! You're Funny!" A podcast about stand up comedy.


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Sons of Sunday is a coming together of the big names in Christian music and worship.
Chris Brown and Steven Furtick of Elevation Worship, Leeland Moorning, Brandon Lake, Chandler Moore, and Patt Barrett.
With a full album on the way, we've been getting individual songs as crumbs leading us to the table of goodness.

In this episode, Chris Brown, Leeland Mooring, and I talk about 6 individual creatives coming together, deciding to hit record, where these songs come from, and talk of a possible tour? 

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Calling in from Ireland, its Darren from We Are Messengers, and he shares with me his current mental state, and musical state as he has been recording music in his homeland, and a special collaboration is in the works.

Plus, on the back side of this episode is more of my chat with Mike Weaver of Big Daddy Weave as they get ready to release their new album in May 2025.  We chat about another new song, "I Just Seen Too Much". 

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Dave Frey and Sidewalk Prophets signed their record deal in 2009, but hit the road in 2001.  It's not often I get to speak to someone face to face and Dave is a real 'salt of the earth' guy.
You'll hear about the new album and a big Chicago Cubs related announcement for Dave.

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A beautiful new voice in Christian music, Jamie MacDonald didn't just happen overnight.
A troubling childhood, a trip down a different path leading to a daily diet of drugs and alcohol. 
But like the prodigal child, she returned to God and laid her talents and His feet.



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Megan Woods oiriginates from Boston, is of Italian descent, and loves coffee.
You'll learn a few other things about her as we chat hot on the heels of her first #1 song, "The Truth".

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Chris Cleveland is Stars Go Dim.  With a new album just months away, we get into how the musical sausage is made.  Plus origin stories, Stars Go Dim started as a mainstream act, and what are the best running shoes.

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Rachel Purcell is my guest.  We talk award winning marimba playing, Raymond's Noodles, that thing on her lip, county music, upbringing, faith, when a label drops you, how to rebound, and more. 

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The first of many sit-downs with Mike Weaver and special guests talking about each and every song on their upcoming project.  Filmed in a cabin in Tennessee, Mike Weaver, Matt Maher, and myself meet up in the living room and talk in great detail about the song "Let it Begin."

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Russ Taff is a celebrated gospel singer whose career spans several decades, marked by his powerful voice and heartfelt performances. Known for his versatility, Russ Taff seamlessly blends Southern gospel, contemporary Christian music, and rock influences into his artistry. He first rose to prominence as a member of the Grammy-winning group The Imperials in the 1970s and early 1980s, contributing to their transition into a more contemporary sound. As a solo artist, Taff continued to captivate audiences with hits like "We Will Stand" and "I Still Believe," earning multiple Dove Awards and Grammys along the way. Beyond his musical achievements, Russ Taff's openness about his personal struggles and his journey of faith has endeared him to fans, solidifying his legacy as both a gifted musician and a relatable, inspirational figure in the gospel music world.

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As this episode was recorded, Matthew West has a new project out called "Don' Stop Praying".  Plus his first Christmas-themed-inspired book as well. 

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Brandon Heath (as we record this episode) has a new album called "The Ache".

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Celebrating 30 years of making music, MERCYME have no signs of slowing down, in fact - in this episode I chat with Bart Millard as they are in the middle of creating new music for the next project.

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Michael W. Smith, a name that has been around Contemporary Christian music for a long time.  We talk about early beginnings, show and tell with his first 3 albums, what was it like to have multiple crossover successes, releasing an album on 9-11-2001, and some personal questions about how he maneuvers life.

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Greg Ham has been around CCM music for a long time. He's in artist development and management with his company one:eight entertainment, and his roster includes legends Michael W. Smith, CeCe Winans, and Steven Curtis  Chapman.

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