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The CC Podcast: Conversations

CC: Tim Boettger and Matt Reisetter

Inspiring stories from interesting Christians in a long-form conversation format. The CC Podcast is an initiative of Christian Crusaders, a radio and internet ministry that has been broadcasting Gospel-oriented, Christ-centered, Biblical

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  1. 73Mabel Ninan - Viewing Ourselves as Immigrants in a Foreign LandLIVE from NRB 2022! Matt talks with Mabel Ninan, author of upcoming book Far From Home, which likens her experiences and others' as immigrants to the experience of being Christians on Earth, as "strangers in a foreign land." Mabel also hosts a podcast with interesting faith stories from other immigrants.Mabel's website: http://mabelninan.com/For more information about Christian Crusaders, the ministry under which The CC Podcast is produced: https://christiancrusaders.org/To listen to The CC Podcast: Daily Dose Devotions, where we're currently going through an overview of the Bible each day, click here.To listen to our weekly radio broadcast, The CC Broadcast, which has aired for over 85 years, and which features a 30 minute worship service, including music and preaching, click here.Thanks to Andrew, our Technical Director, and Terri, our intro/outro announcer!Music by Lesfm from Pixabay49 min
  2. 74Benny DiChiara - Rock n Roll MusicianLIVE from NRB 2022! Matt talks with Rock n Roll musician Benny DiChiara, who survived a traumatic head injury and began a band focused on Christ. They also discuss listening to secular music as Christians.Benny's band Empowered: http://www.rockin4jesus.com/#tourBenny's story in 225 Magazine: https://www.225batonrouge.com/our-city/225-benny-dichiaraFor more information about Christian Crusaders, the ministry under which The CC Podcast is produced: https://christiancrusaders.org/To listen to The CC Podcast: Daily Dose Devotions, where we're currently going through an overview of the Bible each day, click here.To listen to our weekly radio broadcast, The CC Broadcast, which has aired for over 85 years, and which features a 30 minute worship service, including music and preaching, click here.Thanks to Andrew, our Technical Director, and Terri, our intro/outro announcer!Music by Lesfm from Pixabay34 min
  3. 758 More Minutes with Dave GlanderLIVE from NRB 2022! Matt gets a short interview with our friend Dave Glander, with whom we had a great interview last summer at the Cedar Falls Bible Conference (see Episode 13 "Dave Glander: Atheist Turned Ardent Apologist"). As always, Dave's energy and enthusiasm for the Lord are contagious, you'll love this interview!For more information about Christian Crusaders, the ministry under which The CC Podcast is produced: https://christiancrusaders.org/To listen to The CC Podcast: Daily Dose Devotions, where we're currently going through an overview of the Bible each day, click here.To listen to our weekly radio broadcast, The CC Broadcast, which has aired for over 85 years, and which features a 30 minute worship service, including music and preaching, click here.Thanks to Andrew, our Technical Director, and Terri, our intro/outro announcer!Music by Lesfm from Pixabay13 min
  4. 76Lonesome Road Ministries - Gary RayburnLIVE from NRB 2022! Matt interviews former truck driver Gary Rayburn, who has a great conversion story and subsequently began a "rolling church", focused on ministering to long-haul truck drivers.Lonesome Road Ministries: https://www.lonesomeroad.org/For more information about Christian Crusaders, the ministry under which The CC Podcast is produced: https://christiancrusaders.org/To listen to The CC Podcast: Daily Dose Devotions, where we're currently going through an overview of the Bible each day, click here.To listen to our weekly radio broadcast, The CC Broadcast, which has aired for over 85 years, and which features a 30 minute worship service, including music and preaching, click here.Thanks to Andrew, our Technical Director, and Terri, our intro/outro announcer!Music by Lesfm from Pixabay1 hr 5 min
  5. 77American Ninja Warrior Star Elijah Browning and Music Producer David BrowningLIVE from NRB 2022! Matt interviews Dave and Elijah Browning, a father and son. Dave is a musical producer and songwriter who has played with many notable artists and ministries. His son, Elijah, is a competitor on the American Ninja Warrior. They share their faith stories in a great conversation with the CC Podcast.Dave is the Chief Creative Officer for Crowd Music: https://crowdmusic.com/Elijah's bio and branded merchandise: https://nogginhed.com/pages/elijahbrowningFor more information about Christian Crusaders, the ministry under which The CC Podcast is produced: https://christiancrusaders.org/To listen to The CC Podcast: Daily Dose Devotions, where we're currently going through an overview of the Bible each day, click here.To listen to our weekly radio broadcast, The CC Broadcast, which has aired for over 85 years, and which features a 30 minute worship service, including music and preaching, click here.Thanks to Andrew, our Technical Director, and Terri, our intro/outro announcer!Music by Lesfm from Pixabay103:23
  6. 78Joshua Broome - Adult Film Star Turned Pastor and "Hope-Dealer"LIVE from NRB 2022! Matt talks with Joshua Broome, who was the top-grossing adult film actor for several years, but had a dramatic conversion experience and is now a pastor. This interview contains sensitive topics, so some parental discretion is advised.Joshua's personal website, with faith story and current ministries: https://www.joshuabroome.me/For more information about Christian Crusaders, the ministry under which The CC Podcast is produced: https://christiancrusaders.org/To listen to The CC Podcast: Daily Dose Devotions, where we're currently going through an overview of the Bible each day, click here.To listen to our weekly radio broadcast, The CC Broadcast, which has aired for over 85 years, and which features a 30 minute worship service, including music and preaching, click here.Thanks to Andrew, our Technical Director, and Terri, our intro/outro announcer!Music by Lesfm from Pixabay1 hr 27 min
  7. 79Del Duduit - Christian Sportswriter and AuthorLIVE from NRB 2022! Matt interviews Del Duduit, who has used his access to sports figures to highlight faith stories of sports personalities. Del's author page on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Del-Duduit/e/B07C1GX994%3Fref=dbs_a_mng_rwt_scns_shareFor more information about Christian Crusaders, the ministry under which The CC Podcast is produced: https://christiancrusaders.org/To listen to The CC Podcast: Daily Dose Devotions, where we're currently going through an overview of the Bible each day, click here.To listen to our weekly radio broadcast, The CC Broadcast, which has aired for over 85 years, and which features a 30 minute worship service, including music and preaching, click here.Thanks to Andrew, our Technical Director, and Terri, our intro/outro announcer!Music by Lesfm from Pixabay1 hr 16 min
  8. 80Tim Mahoney - Christian Filmmaker of the Patterns of Evidence SeriesLIVE from NRB 2022! Matt interviews Tim Mahoney, a filmmaker who has made a 4-film series entitled "Patterns of Evidence", examining archeological evidence supporting the Bible.Patterns of Evidence series: https://patternsofevidence.com/For more information about Christian Crusaders, the ministry under which The CC Podcast is produced: https://christiancrusaders.org/To listen to The CC Podcast: Daily Dose Devotions, where we're currently going through an overview of the Bible each day, click here.To listen to our weekly radio broadcast, The CC Broadcast, which has aired for over 85 years, and which features a 30 minute worship service, including music and preaching, click here.Thanks to Andrew, our Technical Director, and Terri, our intro/outro announcer!Music by Lesfm from Pixabay26 min
  9. 81Denise and Clay Pass - Seeing Deep Ministries, Author of "Shame off You"LIVE from NRB 2022! Matt interviews Denise Pass and her husband, Clay, about her ministry and her book. Denise discusses how God, through his word, helps us overcome the shame of negative experiences.Seeing Deep Ministries website: https://denisepass.com/Denise's book, Shame Off You: https://www.amazon.com/Shame-Off-You-Hiding-Healing/dp/150186968XFor more information about Christian Crusaders, the ministry under which The CC Podcast is produced: https://christiancrusaders.org/To listen to The CC Podcast: Daily Dose Devotions, where we're currently going through an overview of the Bible each day, click here.To listen to our weekly radio broadcast, The CC Broadcast, which has aired for over 85 years, and which features a 30 minute worship service, including music and preaching, click here.Thanks to Andrew, our Technical Director, and Terri, our intro/outro announcer!Music by Lesfm from Pixabay51 min
  10. 82Kelvin Cochran - America's Fire ChiefLIVE from NRB 2022! Matt interviews Chief Kelvin Cochran. "America's Fire Chief", was the first African-American fire chief of his hometown of Shreveport, LA, and subsequently served as Administrator of the United States Fire Administration and then Fire Chief of the city of Atlanta. He has a compelling story of faith through adversity, and now works with the Alliance Defending Freedom.ADF Story on Chief Cochran: https://adflegal.org/client-story/kelvin-cochranChief Cochran's new book: https://www.amazon.com/Facing-Fire-Brought-Americas-Persecution/dp/1684511615For more information about Christian Crusaders, the ministry under which The CC Podcast is produced: https://christiancrusaders.org/To listen to The CC Podcast: Daily Dose Devotions, where we're currently going through an overview of the Bible each day, click here.To listen to our weekly radio broadcast, The CC Broadcast, which has aired for over 85 years, and which features a 30 minute worship service, including music and preaching, click here.Thanks to Andrew, our Technical Director, and Terri, our intro/outro announcer!Music by Lesfm from Pixabay48 min
  11. 83Jeff & Kim Schwartzentraub - Following Up at NRBLIVE from NRB 2022! Matt interviews Pastor Jeff and his wife, Kim, at NRB, following up on our podcast interview from August 2021 and the Cedar Falls Bible Conference. As before, Jeff gives a bold, unfiltered take on various church and faith related topics.For more information about Christian Crusaders, the ministry under which The CC Podcast is produced: https://christiancrusaders.org/To listen to The CC Podcast: Daily Dose Devotions, where we're currently going through an overview of the Bible each day, click here.To listen to our weekly radio broadcast, The CC Broadcast, which has aired for over 85 years, and which features a 30 minute worship service, including music and preaching, click here.Thanks to Andrew, our Technical Director, and Terri, our intro/outro announcer!Music by Lesfm from Pixabay1 hr 14 min
  12. 84The Museum of the Bible - Gil McMillan & Mark BensonLIVE from NRB 2022! Matt interviews Gil McMillan and Mark Benson with the Museum of the Bible in Washington, D.C. This is a great new attraction, opened in 2018 with significant contribution from the Green family (of Hobby Lobby fame). This was an impromptu interview based on new contacts made at the first full day of the National Religious Broadcasters Convention.Museum of the Bible website: https://www.museumofthebible.org/For more information about Christian Crusaders, the ministry under which The CC Podcast is produced: https://christiancrusaders.org/To listen to The CC Podcast: Daily Dose Devotions, where we're currently going through an overview of the Bible each day, click here.To listen to our weekly radio broadcast, The CC Broadcast, which has aired for over 85 years, and which features a 30 minute worship service, including music and preaching, click here.Thanks to Andrew, our Technical Director, and Terri, our intro/outro announcer!Music by Lesfm from Pixabay24 min
  13. 85Jim David - Award Winning Christian FilmmakerLIVE from NRB 2022! Matt interviews Jim David, a Christian filmmaker. They discuss some of Jim's projects and the state of Christian media, generally. Particularly, they talk about raising the quality and excellence of Christian media to bring it on a par with secular media in production quality.Jim David Productions: https://www.jimdavid.com/Preview for Jim's most recent film, A Strong Finish: https://vimeo.com/348676862For more information about Christian Crusaders, the ministry under which The CC Podcast is produced: https://christiancrusaders.org/To listen to The CC Podcast: Daily Dose Devotions, where we're currently going through an overview of the Bible each day, click here.To listen to our weekly radio broadcast, The CC Broadcast, which has aired for over 85 years, and which features a 30 minute worship service, including music and preaching, click here.Thanks to Andrew, our Technical Director, and Terri, our intro/outro announcer!Music by Lesfm from Pixabay49 min
  14. 86Simply the Story - Andrea Miller & Butch VernonLIVE from NRB 2022! Matt interviews Andrea Miller and Butch Vernon with Simply the Story, a ministry (https://simplythestory.org/oralbiblestories/index.php) that equips people, including non-literate learners (those who cannot or prefer not to read) to hear and teach God's Word throughout the world.For more information about Christian Crusaders, the ministry under which The CC Podcast is produced: https://christiancrusaders.org/To listen to The CC Podcast: Daily Dose Devotions, where we're currently going through an overview of the Bible each day, click here.To listen to our weekly radio broadcast, The CC Broadcast, which has aired for over 85 years, and which features a 30 minute worship service, including music and preaching, click here.Thanks to Andrew, our Technical Director, and Terri, our intro/outro announcer!Music by Lesfm from Pixabay53 min
  15. 87Casey Beathard - Country Music Singer/Songwriter on Football, Family, and FaithCasey Beathard is from a football family and has had a notable career as a country music singer and songwriter. But his faith journey is the real story in his life. He shares his thoughts on his career, but also the ups and downs of his life. Celebration of Life for Clay Beathard: https://fb.watch/bFPI3VkiIr/For more information about Christian Crusaders, the ministry under which The CC Podcast is produced: https://christiancrusaders.org/To listen to The CC Podcast: Daily Dose Devotions, where we're currently going through an overview of the Bible each day, click here.To listen to our weekly radio broadcast, The CC Broadcast, which has aired for over 85 years, and which features a 30 minute worship service, including music and preaching, click here.Thanks to Andrew, our Technical Director, and Terri, our intro/outro announcer!Music by Lesfm from Pixabay1 hr 32 min
  16. 88Peter Salmon - A Young Pastor's PerspectivesPeter is the Lead Pastor of Trinity Bible Church in Cedar Falls, IA, and is on the Board of Trustees of Oklahoma Wesleyan University.Peter referenced the book "One Faith No Longer" by George Yancey and Ashlee Quosigk.For more information about Christian Crusaders, the ministry under which The CC Podcast is produced: https://christiancrusaders.org/To listen to The CC Podcast: Daily Dose Devotions, where we're currently going through an overview of the Bible each day, click here.To listen to our weekly radio broadcast, The CC Broadcast, which has aired for over 85 years, and which features a 30 minute worship service, including music and preaching, click here.Thanks to Andrew, our Technical Director, and Terri, our intro/outro announcer!Music by Lesfm from Pixabay1 hr 33 min
  17. 89Tyler Schau - Son, Husband, Father...CowboyTyler Schau is a rodeo cowboy. He also has a special needs daughter, has a wife who battled cancer, had a mother who was tragically killed in a car accident, and had an aunt who is now his step-mother! Throughout the ups and downs of this interesting life, his faith has grown to the point where he wants to be more intentional and fruitful about helping people around him develop spiritually. He and Matt originally met through Tyler's sister and brother-in-law at the Dayton Rodeo in Dayton, Iowa in 2021, and they were able to sit down for this interview on New Year's Eve of 2021 when Tyler and his family were in town for Christmas.Tyler Schau Youtube Clip: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rK1f0119qkcAnother: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RakltmF3sWADayton rodeo: https://www.daytonrodeo.com/Learn about Down Syndrome: https://www.ndss.org/For more information about Christian Crusaders, the ministry under which The CC Podcast is produced: https://christiancrusaders.org/To listen to The CC Podcast: Daily Dose Devotions, where we're currently going through an overview of the Bible each day, click here.To listen to our weekly radio broadcast, The CC Broadcast, which has aired for over 85 years, and which features a 30 minute worship service, including music and preaching, click here.Thanks to Andrew, our Technical Director, and Terri, our intro/outro announcer!Music by Lesfm from Pixabay103:07
  18. 90Karl and Alicia Renfro - International House of PrayerKarl and Alicia, recently engaged, and planning to be married soon, stopped through our studio during the week after Christmas, 2021. They have served on the worship and prayer team for several years at the International House of Prayer in Kansas City, Missouri, which has hosted 24-hour/day worship and prayer since 1999. Hear their own faith journeys and learn about how God has been at work in their lives and through the ministry they serve!Click here for the IHOP website.For more information about Christian Crusaders, the ministry under which The CC Podcast is produced: https://christiancrusaders.org/To listen to The CC Podcast: Daily Dose Devotions, where we're currently going through an overview of the Bible each day, click here.To listen to our weekly radio broadcast, The CC Broadcast, which has aired for over 85 years, and which features a 30 minute worship service, including music and preaching, click here.Thanks to Andrew, our Technical Director, and Terri, our intro/outro announcer!Music by Lesfm from Pixabay110:16
  19. 91Dave Anderson - The Rescued (from a Plane Crash) RescuerDave Anderson is interviewed by Christian Crusaders Executive Director Matt Reisetter and tells amazing stories of a life in ministry, helping directly or indirectly reach thousands in his lifetime. In addition to his ministries (see links below), Dave and his wife were survivors of an airplane crash coming back from a missionary trip to eastern Siberia (Russia) in which they survived the near-freezing waters of the Bering Sea and were rescued just off the coast of Alaska. The Rescue Video - Documentary about the Bering Sea rescueFocus on the Family episode featuring Dave Anderson and the Bering Sea rescueShepherd's Canyon Retreat for pastorsStanding Stones Conference and Retreat Center, host site of Shepherd's Canyon RetreatThe Fellowship, Dave Anderson and Roger Walk's Gospel TourFor more information about Christian Crusaders, the ministry under which The CC Podcast is produced: https://christiancrusaders.org/Thanks to Andrew, our Technical Director, and Terri, our intro/outro announcer!Music by Lesfm from Pixabay103:33
  20. 92Alfred Zekeh - Christ's Ambassador to LiberiaAlfred Zekeh was providentially called by God to serve Christ and to advance God's Kingdom in Liberia. He helps orphans there, plants churches there, and leads a Bible school where pastors are trained to lead the churches that are planted. His wife and daughters live in the United States and he splits time between "home" and "home," being used by God to do important and inspiring ministry wherever he finds himself.Link to website for Greater Grace Ministries of Liberia: (coming soon!)For more information about Christian Crusaders, the ministry under which The CC Podcast is produced: https://christiancrusaders.org/Thanks to Andrew, our Technical Director, and Terri, our intro/outro announcer!Music by Lesfm from Pixabay1 hr 35 min
  21. 93Julie Nordstrom - Celebrating 85 years of Christian CrusadersChristian Crusaders Radio & Internet Ministry -- one of America's longest existing radio preaching ministries -- turned 85 in September. In this interview, we sit down with former Executive Director, Julie Nordstrom, and look back on God's faithfulness to this ministry.In case you're interested, here's a list of former Executive Directors:Harriet Obele 1943-12/31/1980Harold Hammelman 1/1/1981 - 12/31/1986Rex DeLavergne 1/1/1986 - 6/30/1994Catherine Orth 7/1/1994 - 8/31/1997Rex DeLavergne & Clare Rampton 9/1/1997 - 1/13/1998Karen Mills 1/14/1998 - 11/30/2004Janet Mennen 12/1/2004 - 6/30/2013Julie Nordstrom 7/1/2013 - 12/31/2019Matt Reisetter 1/1/2020 - PresentFor more information about Christian Crusaders, the ministry under which The CC Podcast is produced: https://christiancrusaders.org/Thanks to Andrew, our Technical Director, and Terri, our intro/outro announcer!Music by Lesfm from Pixabay1 hr 4 min
  22. 94"Mack and Selah" - Following God's Call on the Mission FieldMack and Selah - an engineer and a doctor by trade - have served as missionaries in multiple locations around the world at different times over the past few decades.Jill is a woman who has a heart for missions and for helping people grow in their faith in Christ and more clearly live out the Kingdom-calling God has on their life.Link to website for Perspectives on the Christian World Movement: https://www.perspectives.org/Link to website for World Mission Prayer League: https://wmpl.org/Link to video featuring former Muslim turned Christ follower, Paul Omari: https://youtu.be/zrg9J9_5IUAFor more information about Christian Crusaders, the ministry under which The CC Podcast is produced: https://christiancrusaders.org/Thanks to Andrew, our Technical Director, and Terri, our intro/outro announcer!Music by Lesfm from Pixabay106:51
  23. 95Jeff Schwarzentraub - Bold Preacher of God's WordOn Wednesday, August 4, 2021, the Cedar Falls Bible Conference -- as part of the celebration of their 100th annual conference (Sat, July 31 - Sat, Aug 7, 2021) -- had the privilege of hearing from Pastor Jeff Schwarzentraub. Part of the arrangement allowed for Christian Crusaders to have a 1-on-1 interview with Jeff. We got to hear about his early days as a star athlete and successful businessman, and his call to ministry. His humility and love of the Gospel shine through during the whole interview. You'll be glad you listened!For more information about Christian Crusaders, the ministry under which The CC Podcast is produced: https://christiancrusaders.org/More about Brave church and Pastor Jeff here!Special thanks to Terri P. for voice work!Music by Lesfm from Pixabay38 min
  24. 96Dave Glander - Atheist Addict Turned Ardent ApologistThe Cedar Falls Bible Conference -- as part of the celebration of their 100th annual conference (Sat, July 31 - Sat, Aug 7, 2021) -- had the privilege of having Dave Glander lead the 7th-12th grade Youth Programming. Part of the arrangement allowed for Christian Crusaders to have a 1-on-1 interview with Dave, where we talked about his rough childhood, struggles with drug addiction and atheism, and his passion for apologetics. His energy and enthusiasm made for a fantastic interview! You'll be glad you listened!For more information about Christian Crusaders, the ministry under which The CC Podcast is produced: https://christiancrusaders.org/More about Dave Glander, including some of his messages, here.Special thanks to Terri P. for voice work!Music by Lesfm from Pixabay1 hr 2 min
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