That Sounds Fun with Annie F. Downs

Today we get to sit under the wisdom of a mothering voice who understands long obedience in the same direction. What a gift. If you don’t know her already, Darlene Zschech is a Christian music LEGEND. She's an acclaimed Australian composer, worship leader, pastor, author, and speaker who helped pioneer the modern worship movement in the Church from the 1990’s onwards.Her new album “Testament” marks the milestone 30-year anniversary of “Shout to the Lord,” her song that became an anthem for the church worldwide. Her voice and that song has absolutely shaped my faith, and I got to tell her today (yes, I cried).. . . . .Find the show notes here Want to watch this episode on YouTube? Head on over to our YouTube Channel and be sure to like and subscribe! . . . . .Join our Patreon community Single Purpose League as we tackle the question: What is my single purpose and what is my purpose while single?. . . . .Sign up to receive the AFD Week In Review email and ask questions to future guests!#thatsoundsfunpodcast. . . . .Thank you to our sponsors!Liquid IV: Get 20% off your first order of Liquid I.V. when you go to liquid.com and use code THATSOUNDSFUN at checkout. Fatty15: You can get an additional 15% off their 90-day subscription Starter Kit by going to fatty15.com/TSF and using code TSF at checkout. KiwiCo: Get up to 50% off your first crate at kiwico.com, promo code THATSOUNDSFUN.. . . . .If you’d like to partner with Annie as a sponsor for the That Sounds Fun podcast, fill out our Advertise With Us form!. . . . .NYTimes bestselling Christian author, speaker, and host of popular Christian podcast, That Sounds Fun Podcast, Annie F. Downs shares with you some of her favorite things: new books, faith conversations, entertainers not to miss, and interviews with friends.. . . . .If you liked THIS episode, you LOVE these episodes!Episode 465: CeCe Winans on How the Holy Spirit Changes Everything, Perseverance, and Building Your Legacy in the ChurchEpisode 302: Michael W. Smith Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this insightful discussion, Lysa TerKeurst, a New York Times bestselling author, bravely tackles themes of broken trust and healing from deep betrayals. She shares her journey following painful friendship breakups and the end of her marriage, emphasizing the importance of surrendering expectations and embracing resilience. Lysa highlights how nature can facilitate healing and discusses the fragility of trust in relationships, encouraging listeners to cultivate safe connections while processing their own experiences of pain and forgiveness.

Today on the show, I get to talk with my friend, Kendra Adachi or better known as The Lazy Genius. Y’all know Kendra has helped me Lazy Genius all the things.. my kitchen… basically my whole life. And y’all are going to LOOOVE her new book on time management called The Plan. She says, “you’re not starting something today, you are starting with where you are today.” It doesn’t matter if you’re working full time or part time or managing your home or school work, this book is sooo helpful. I always love learning from Kendra and I think you will too.. . . .Want to watch this episode on YouTube? Head on over to our YouTube Channel and be sure to like and subscribe! . . . .Subscribe to Let's Read the Gospels with Annie F. Downs HERE.. . . . .Join our Patreon community Single Purpose League as we tackle the question: What is my single purpose and what is my purpose while single?. . . . .Sign up to receive the AFD Week In Review email and ask questions to future guests!#thatsoundsfunpodcast. . . . .Thank you to our sponsors!AG1:  Try AG1 and get a FREE bottle of Vitamin D3K2 AND 5 free AG1 Travel Packs with your first purchase at drinkAG1.com/soundsfun. Thrive Causemetics:  Right now, you can get an exclusive 20% off your first order at thrivecausemetics.com/TSF.Wayfair: Wayfair is your one-stop-holiday shop for everything on your to-do list this season. Head to Wayfair.com right now to get your home holiday ready. Shopify: Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial period at Shopify.com/soundsfun. If you’d like to partner with Annie as a sponsor for the That Sounds Fun podcast, fill out our Advertise With Us form!. . . . .NYTimes bestselling Christian author, speaker, and host of popular Christian podcast, That Sounds Fun Podcast, Annie F. Downs shares with you some of her favorite things: new books, faith conversations, entertainers not to miss, and interviews with friends.. . . . .If you liked THIS episode, you LOVE these episodes!Discernment and Decisions with Emily P. Freeman – Episode 869Episode 280: Emily Ley + Growing Boldly Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today on the show, I get to catch up with one of my favorite dudes, Mack Brock. This is Mack’s third time back with us, but his first time flying solo! He and his wife, Meredith, have been here twice for our couples series in 2019 and 2021. I have no doubt you’re already listening to Mack’s music and probably singing them at church, but don’t even realize he wrote them. Mack was one of the founding members of Elevation Worship, but we get to talk about his brand new full-length album that just released last week called This is Holy. Y’all. The lyrics. The music. The song his daughter got to be a part of. We’re going to talk about all of it. . . . .Want to watch this episode on YouTube? Head on over to our YouTube Channel and be sure to like and subscribe! . . . .Subscribe to Let's Read the Gospels with Annie F. Downs HERE.. . . . .Join our Patreon community Single Purpose League as we tackle the question: What is my single purpose and what is my purpose while single?. . . . .Sign up to receive the AFD Week In Review email and ask questions to future guests!#thatsoundsfunpodcast. . . . .Thank you to our sponsors!BetterHelp: Visit BetterHelp.com/THATSOUNDSFUN today to get 10% off your first month.Hiya Health: Receive 50% off your first order. To claim this deal you must go to hiyahealth.com/thatsoundsfun.Thrive Causemetics: Right now, you can get an exclusive 20% off your first order at thrivecausemetics.com/TSF.  . . . . .If you’d like to partner with Annie as a sponsor for the That Sounds Fun podcast, fill out our Advertise With Us form!. . . . .NYTimes bestselling Christian author, speaker, and host of popular Christian podcast, That Sounds Fun Podcast, Annie F. Downs shares with you some of her favorite things: new books, faith conversations, entertainers not to miss, and interviews with friends. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sharon McMahon, America's favorite government teacher and author of "The Small and the Mighty," guides listeners through the current election season and highlights lesser-known historical figures who made impactful changes. She emphasizes the importance of critical media consumption, navigating opinions in news, and understanding the collective power of our votes. The discussion also touches on the significance of personal stories in history and how individual engagement can drive real change, all while sharing her humorous insights on book launches.

Our buddy Eddie Kaufholz is back! If you haven’t been around for a minute, once a month we’re recapping each of the last 10 years in honor of the 10th anniversary of That Sounds Fun, so this month, we’re recapping 2021... but more importantly wow discuss Eddie's college band, signing up for Saturday Night Live tickets, and we also invent a name for those close friends you'd wear no make up around and a 20 year old t-shirt and gym shorts. . . . .Want to watch this episode on YouTube? Head on over to our YouTube Channel and be sure to like and subscribe! . . . .Subscribe to Let's Read the Gospels with Annie F. Downs HERE.. . . . .Join our Patreon community Single Purpose League as we tackle the question: What is my single purpose and what is my purpose while single?. . . . .Sign up to receive the AFD Week In Review email and ask questions to future guests!#thatsoundsfunpodcast. . . . .Thank you to our sponsors!BetterHelp: Visit BetterHelp.com/THATSOUNDSFUN today to get 10% off your first month.Nuture Life: Go to NurtureLife.com and use code TSF for 55% off your first order. Orgain: Go to Orgain.com/THATSOUNDSFUN and use code THATSOUNDSFUN for 20% off your order.. . . . .If you’d like to partner with Annie as a sponsor for the That Sounds Fun podcast, fill out our Advertise With Us form!. . . . .NYTimes bestselling Christian author, speaker, and host of popular Christian podcast, That Sounds Fun Podcast, Annie F. Downs shares with you some of her favorite things: new books, faith conversations, entertainers not to miss, and interviews with friends. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Y'ALL, get ready to laugh with my new friend, Leanne Morgan! You may know her and love her from her comedy special on Netflix or seeing her videos pop up on Instagram, but Leanne is here today and if you don’t already love her, you’re about to. She’s a comedian, actress, writer, producer, wife, mom, AND grandmama, and her brand new book, What In the World?!  releases tomorrow. You’re going to love this book and you’re going to love her.. . . .Want to watch this episode on YouTube? Head on over to our YouTube Channel and be sure to like and subscribe! . . . .Subscribe to Let's Read the Gospels with Annie F. Downs HERE.. . . . .Join our Patreon community Single Purpose League as we tackle the question: What is my single purpose and what is my purpose while single?. . . . .Sign up to receive the AFD Week In Review email and ask questions to future guests!#thatsoundsfunpodcast. . . . .Thank you to our sponsors!AG1: Try AG1 and get a FREE bottle of Vitamin D3K2 AND 5 free AG1 Travel Packs with your first purchase at drinkAG1.com/soundsfun.Lumen: Go to lumen.me/TSF to get 15% off your Lumen.Shopify: Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial period at shopify.com/soundsfun.Our Place: Go to fromourplace.com and enter my code TSF at checkout to receive 10% off sitewide. . . . . .If you’d like to partner with Annie as a sponsor for the That Sounds Fun podcast, fill out our Advertise With Us form!. . . . .NYTimes bestselling Christian author, speaker, and host of popular Christian podcast, That Sounds Fun Podcast, Annie F. Downs shares with you some of her favorite things: new books, faith conversations, entertainers not to miss, and interviews with friends. Spread the Word. Leave a Rating and Review.. . . . .It would mean the world to me if you would rate the podcast on Apple Podcasts and leave us a brief review! You can do the same on Spotify as well.Your ratings and reviews help us spread the word to new friends! And your feedback lets me know how I can better serve you.. . . . .If you liked THIS episode, you will LOVE these episodes!2021 Christmas Party Episode 5: Nate BargatzeEpisode 373: Anjelah Johnson-Reyes + Who Do You Think I Am? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today on the show, get ready to laugh. My longtime friend Lyndsay Rush is here, but you may know her better from her instagram accounts: rushbomb or maryoliversdrunkcousin. Lyndsay is hysterical and found herself writing poems on social media that eventually turned into a book deal, and this week, Lyndsay’s very first book of published poetry releases called, A Bit Much. We talk about getting older, moving, friendships changing, and the gift poetry gives you to think. Lyndsay and I became friends when she first moved to Nashville (over a decade ago) and it’s been so much fun to see her superpower gift of words and wit turn into a book we can hold and read.. . . .Want to watch this episode on YouTube? Head on over to our YouTube Channel and be sure to like and subscribe! . . . .Subscribe to Let's Read the Gospels with Annie F. Downs HERE.. . . . .Join our Patreon community Single Purpose League as we tackle the question: What is my single purpose and what is my purpose while single?. . . . .Sign up to receive the AFD Week In Review email and ask questions to future guests!#thatsoundsfunpodcast. . . . .Thank you to our sponsors! BetterHelp: Visit BetterHelp.com/THATSOUNDSFUN today to get 10% off your first month.Liquid IV: Get 20% off your first order of Liquid I.V. when you go to liquidiv.com and use code THATSOUNDSFUN at checkout.Hiya Health: Receive 50% off your first order at hiyahealth.com/thatsoundsfun.. . . . .If you’d like to partner with Annie as a sponsor for the That Sounds Fun podcast, fill out our Advertise With Us form!. . . . .If you liked THIS episode, you will LOVE this episode with fellow poets: Friendship & Poetry with Audrey Elledge and Elizabeth Moore – Episode 865. . . . .NYTimes bestselling Christian author, speaker, and host of popular Christian podcast, That Sounds Fun Podcast, Annie F. Downs shares with you some of her favorite things: new books, faith conversations, entertainers not to miss, and interviews with friends. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alyssa Bethke, an author who recently moved from Maui to Nashville, shares her journey of adapting to life changes. She reflects on the emotional toll of relocating and the significance of community, especially after the devastating Lahaina fire. Alyssa discusses her new book, exploring how the pressure to 'do it all' can be overwhelming. The conversation touches on finding purpose and connection, as well as the joy of shared experiences like pickleball, which help nurture relationships and foster a sense of belonging.

A few days ago, I did a question box on my instagram about my dual citizenship between Nashville and New York City, particularly about being in New York since I currently am. One of the questions that was asked was “Have there been any surprising disappointments in this otherwise fun year?” And while I was able to answer most of the submitted questions on the little one slide of an instagram story, this one deserves a whole episode.Because yes, while this has been a very fun experience, it has also been very very hard. And disappointing.If you have thoughts to share, there’s a great place for that on instagram… @thatsoundsfunpodcast. I’d love to hear anything that came up for you in this episode and any suggestions of topics you’d like to hear future episodes about......Check out my instagram page @afdinnycListen to all AFD in NYC Episodes HERE. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices