Songs & Stories Podcast

Our guest is Chris Simpson from the bands Mineral, The Gloria Record, Pop Unknown and more recently, Zookeeper. We are honored to have Chris on the show and we explore later the idea of influence and if music can really save your life. Also, Joey can’t stop playing with his toes. Toby doesn’t understand why his body is growing hair without his consent. He also realizes it is too “emotionally expensive” for him to have empathy for everybody. And in the news, a dog eats gorilla glue.    Sponsors and Links: SeatGeek - https://seatgeek.com/ - Promo Code “BADCHRISTIAN” Solid State Records - http://www.solidstaterecords.com/ Emery Acoustic - http://www.emerymusic.com/ Join the BC Club! - http://badchristianmedia.com/contribute

Matt kicks things off with the NBA and Old Testament law. Toby has an incident involving fish and chips. We introduce you to an awesome new diet called "The How You Feel 40 Minutes After You Eat Diet.” Matt also has some reflections on his recent appearance on Moody Radio’s “Up For Debate” show. And in The Damn News, a man exposes himself to customers at Waffle House and we learn that Joey would pay at least $1,000 for a lock of Jesus hair.   Sponsors and Links: Ring - http://ring.com/badchristian Weebly - http://weebly.com/badchristian Emery Acoustic - http://emeryacoustic.com/ AudioFeed - http://badchristianday.com/ Join the BC Club! - http://badchristian.com/contribute

We are joined Reba Riley, author of the book “Post-Traumatic Church Syndrome.” Also, Toby confesses his cell phone addiction, Matt argues that everybody falls into 3 categories of “sheep, sleazy or scared” and Joey gets some bad news via text message. We also introduce the latest marginalized group…mutants!   Sponsors and Links: SpareMin - http://sparemin.com/ SeatGeek - http://seatgeek.com/ AudioFeed - http://badchristianday.com/ Emery Acoustic - http://emeryacoustic.com/ Join the BC Club! - http://badchristian.com/contribute/

While we continue our celebration of McDonald’s appreciation month, Toby has some huge news that is not the damn news! Matt actually had a good time on his Disneyland vacation and might have experienced love for the first time. Is there any truth to the rumor that Joey has started his own cult and is referring to himself as "The Prophet Joseph Svendson?! The truth is, dare we say, life changing! We also get an update from Taylor on the BC Club!   Sponsors and Links: SeatGeek - http://seatgeek.com/ Weebly - http://weebly.com/badchristian Join The BC Club - http://badchristian.com/contribute Emery Acoustic - http://emeryacoustic.com/

Our guest is Keith Repult who has a crazy and amazing testimony of how he went from a pornography kingpin to becoming the owner of a yogurt shop. His journey from loss and addiction to redemption is an incredible story that you have to hear! Also, Toby’s favorite wedding ever and in the news...babies with pubic hair who can kick your ass.   Sponsors and Links: Blue Apron - http://blueapron.com/badchristian AudioFeed - http://badchristianday.com/ Emery Acoustic - http://emeryacoustic.com/

In this episode we explore the dangers of dubious awards for kids honoring concepts like kindness and how the idea of “legacy” sets us all up for unnecessary feelings of failure. We finally get to the bottom of just how long Joey’s "really long sermon" was. And in the news, look out, it’s KILLER BEES!   Sponsors and Links: NatureBox - http://naturebox.com/badchristian SeatGeek - http://seatgeek.com/ - PROMO CODE “BADCHRISTIAN” AudioFeed Festival - http://badchristianday.com/ Emery Acoustic - http://emeryacoustic.com/

We’re joined today by Brad & Drew Harper who have co-authored a book that explores whether they can overcome their differences in belief titled, “Space at the Table: Conversations Between an Evangelical Theologian and His Gay Son.” We also have an unfortunate visit from Toby’s brother Mike.   Sponsors and Links: SpareMin - http://sparemin.com/ Texture - http://texture.com/badchristian Space at the Table by Brad & Drew Harper - http://amzn.com/0997066903 Emery Acoustic - http://emeryacoustic.com/

In this jam packed episode, Matt doubts the science behind resurrections and questions food morals. Joey doesn’t think people poop in heaven. Toby isn’t sure about anonymous giving or the specialness of birthdays. Matt also kicks off McDonalds Appreciation Month and introduces us to the charming expression “vagina smasher.” And in the damn news...have you ever wanted to get high and lift weights? All your dreams may be coming true!   Sponsors and Links: Silent Planet - http://solidstate.merchnow.com/ Weebly - http://weebly.com/badchristian AudioFeed - http://badchristianday.com/ Emery Acoustic - http://emeryacoustic.com/

We talk to Greg about his becoming a YouTube phenomenon, the transgender bathroom debate and his unique communication style. Despite his likability, we challenge his approach in calling unbelievers out for their sin, his belief in the need for America to be Christianized and his brashness at the risk of sounding unloving. Toby also may finally be on board with Joey’s belief that lying can often be a good thing.   Sponsor and Links:   Casper - http://casper.com/bcpod - use promo code “BCPOD” at checkout Harry’s - http://harrys.com/ - use promo code “BCPOD” at checkout Emery Acoustic - http://emeryacoustic.com/ AudioFeed - http://badchristianday.com/

We talk about holy roller internet trolls and Toby’s befuddlement with Christians praying with their arms extended. Also, is there such thing as a stupid prayer request? What about praying for the dead and the ridiculous “unspoken request?” More importantly, we catch up with Dan and Nate from Sherwood to discuss their new record and tour as well as debut a new track from the album.   Sponsors and Links: Sherwood Pre-Order and Tour - http://sherwoodmusic.net/ SpareMin - http://sparemin.com/ Solid State Records - http://merchnow.com/catalogs/solid-state Weebly - http://weebly.com/badchristian AudioFeed Festival - http://badchristianday.com/