
The Conversation with Adam Weber
The Conversation Podcast is just that— lighthearted yet honest conversations between Adam and his guests as they talk about how to make a difference with your life (while still having a life). Whether you're walking through an un-pretty part of being human, striving to become a better leader, or you’re trying to figure out what it looks like to follow Jesus everyday, you’ll know that you’re not alone!
Adam Weber is the founder and lead pastor of Embrace, a church based out of Sioux Falls, South Dakota. He is also an author and speaker whose books Talking with God and Love Has a Name have inspired many to deepen their faith and leadership journey. You can find Adam on Instagram at @adamaweber or on Twitter at @adamweber.
Latest episodes

Apr 6, 2022 • 28min
Episode 157 - Mac Powell on How to Not Become Jaded + Anxiety
Adam sits down with former Third Day lead singer, Mac Powell. Mac shares his experience as a Christian artist, country musician, and what it’s meant to him to branch out on his own. Mac and Adam also talk about how to not become jaded, the thing that’s had the most impact on Mac’s spiritual life, and more. Adam shares 10 women he knows who you should follow! Check out that list of 10 women you should follow, here: bit.ly/35L1CK2 Adam finishes off the episode with a clip from his recent message, I’m Not Okay, I’m Anxious. If you’re struggling with anxiety today or if someone you love does, don’t miss this episode! Get a copy of Mac’s new album, New Creation, here: apple.co/37duNWp

Mar 30, 2022 • 28min
Episode 156 - The Church, Pastoring, & Unity with Glenn Packiam
This week on The Conversation, Adam sits down with author and pastor, Glenn Packiam. Glenn and Adam talk about why unity is one of the biggest challenges facing the church, the blessings and challenges of being a pastor, & how to find community. Glenn also shares his best advice on surviving the crisis you’re facing and what you can learn about yourself in the process. Get a copy of Glenn’s new book, The Resilient Pastor, here: amzn.to/3uAWDUw

Mar 23, 2022 • 28min
Episode 155 - The NFL, Parenting College Students & Success with Vinny Rey and Brian Smith
Adam sits down with Bengals Chaplain & former Linebacker Vinny Rey and Athletes in Action staff person Brian Smith to talk about faith and sports. Brian and Vinny touch on their own experiences as Christian athletes, how parents of high school and college students can encourage their kids to make their faith their own, & how to handle pressure to succeed! Vinny also shares his thoughts on the Bengals and being their chaplain. Get a copy of Brian’s new book, The Christian Athlete, here: amzn.to/3wuaEpM

Mar 16, 2022 • 28min
Episode 154 - What We Can Learn From Each Other with Adam Hamilton
This week on The Conversation, Adam is joined by his friend, author, and pastor of one of the largest churches in the country, Adam Hamilton! Adam Hamilton talks about what we can all learn from each other (specifically those we don’t agree with), why listening is the most important thing you can do, The Lord’s Prayer, and so much more. Adam (Weber) finishes the episode with a clip of a recent message “I’m Not Okay, I’m Angry,” where he shares the first step to dealing with the anger you’ve been carrying around. This week on The Conversation, Adam is joined by his friend, author, and pastor of one of the largest churches in the country, Adam Hamilton! Adam Hamilton talks about what we can all learn from each other (specifically those we don’t agree with), why listening is the most important thing you can do, The Lord’s Prayer, and so much more. Adam (Weber) finishes the episode with a clip of a recent message “I’m Not Okay, I’m Angry,” where he shares the first step to dealing with the anger you’ve been carrying around. Get a copy of Adam Hamilton’s book, The Lord’s Prayer, here: amzn.to/37n8cqm Listen to Adam (Weber)’s full message, I’m Not Okay, I’m Angry, here: bit.ly/3tYtlif Get a copy of Adam Hamilton’s book, The Lord’s Prayer, here: amzn.to/37n8cqm Listen to Adam (Weber)’s full message, I’m Not Okay, I’m Angry, here: bit.ly/3tYtlif

Mar 9, 2022 • 28min
Episode 153 - How to Hear God with Pete Greig
This week, Adam sits down with UK pastor, author, and leader of the 24/7 Prayer Movement, Pete Greig. Pete shares so much wisdom —everything from how you can hear from God, to what to do if you don’t know where to start when it comes to prayer, to the best advice Pete has ever gotten about how to talk with God. Pete and Adam also talk about how to know if something you hear is really from God, why you don’t need to be afraid of silence, and so much more! Get a copy of How to Hear God, here: amzn.to/3hRhNrr

Mar 2, 2022 • 28min
Episode 152 - Finding Joy in a Season You Didn’t Choose with Nicole Zasowski
Adam sits down with friend, author, & therapist Nicole Zasowski to talk about how to have joy in hard circumstances. Nicole shares her story of learning how to trust joy after a deep season of loss and practical ways to experience more joy in your life today. Adam and Nicole also touch on ways joy deepens our relationship with God, how to celebrate when someone else has what you want, and more. If you want more joy in your everyday life, or if you’ve experienced a season of disappointment and are having a hard time finding hope again, this episode is for you! Pre-order a copy of Nicole’s new book, What If It’s Wonderful?, here: amzn.to/342P5AD Listen to Adam’s first conversation with Nicole, here: bit.ly/35mt9kL

Feb 23, 2022 • 28min
Episode 151 - Worship, Parenting Teens & What to do with Anger with Kristian Stanfill
The week on The Conversation, Adam sits down with Passion Music worship leader Kristian Stanfill to talk about the ups and downs of parenting teens, what to do with your anger (and how to process your emotions), worship, what’s kept him going when he’s wanted to quit, and so much more! Listen to the new single What He’s Done by Passion Music here: https://bit.ly/3JJQco6

Feb 16, 2022 • 28min
Episode 150 - Native Culture, the Bible & Following Jesus with Terry Wildman
For the 150th episode of The Conversation podcast, Adam sits down with biblical scholar, pastor, and leader of the First Nations Version (FNV) of the New Testament, Terry Wildman. Terry shares his story, the story behind the translation of the FNV, the meaning and importance of names in Native American communities, and so much more! Find out more about the First Nations Version & get a copy at firstnationsversion.com Learn about Native territories at: https://native-land.ca/

Feb 9, 2022 • 28min
Episode 149 - Morgan Harper Nichols on “Making It” Pt 2
Adam is back for Part 2 with artist and poet Morgan Harper Nichols to talk about the highs and lows of her journey to “success.” Morgan shares her experience with failure and why she almost gave up creating, the best and hardest parts of fame, and her encouragement to anyone working to make their dreams reality. In the second part of this episode, Adam shares part of his recent message series, I’m Not Okay. If we’re honest, we all have flaws, weaknesses, or insecurities. Adam reminds us that Jesus doesn’t run away from us or our broken places. In fact, Jesus reaches out to us and wants to enter into the middle of our mess. Listen to Adam’s full message “I’m Not Okay”, here: youtu.be/ccdQ-fTE2Yg Get a copy of Morgan’s book, Peace Is A Practice: amzn.to/3ukzmI9

Feb 2, 2022 • 28min
Episode 148 - Morgan Harper Nichols on Creating - Pt. 1
In part 1 of a two part conversation, Adam sits down with artist & poet Morgan Harper Nichols! Morgan shares her story and Adam and Morgan talk about art, poetry, and how God inspires her work. Morgan also shares her insight around criticism and how she handles critique, her artistic process for creating content, what inspires her, and so much more. If you’re struggling with comparison, criticism, or if you have a dream and don’t know where to start, this episode is for you! Get a copy of Morgan’s new book, Peace is a Practice, here: amzn.to/3ukzmI9 Find Morgan on Instagram: bit.ly/3ARMipO Listen to Adam’s conversation with Jamie Grace, here: bit.ly/3HbtfcB