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Pod'N Me

281 episodes - English - Latest episode: 4 days ago -

This is a weekly podcast with me, my mic, and my friends. We call our weekly segments a Pod’n Meetin’ and it is released on midweek service day... Wednesday. I also do interviews that are released once a month or whenever I can get them released with some of the wonderful folks I’ve met over the years. I have no huge ambitions with this other than to share a story and hopefully have a laugh along the way. I am a pastor and was raised in a pastor's home. I've had the high honor of meeting some special folks along the way. It's my desire to have some meaningful conversations and give hope to someone who needs it. Hershall is my one listener! God bless!

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What Happens When Dustin Skips Church? Celebrity Guest Appearance by Trey Brock

January 20, 2021 08:00 - 36 minutes - 25 MB

Send us a Text Message. Hersh, Deacon skipped the service and things went awry. (semi complicated word to spell) After an extended time of feedback we called you, Hershall. I wanted you to meet the celebrity. We ended by talking about an obscure verse in Genesis to discuss how we'll be remembered.  Contact us if you'd like at [email protected] Support the Show. Connect with us at https://www.podnme.org/ https://youtube.com/@devinbirdsong Email [email protected] Follow us on Instagram @po...

Time For a Bible (Reading) Discussion with Brad & Dustin

January 13, 2021 08:00 - 25 minutes - 17.5 MB

Send us a Text Message. Hershall, Did you notice I dropped the last names of our guests? It seems like every week they are getting less and less recognition. Speaking of recognition, (semi-big word alert) 🚨  if you recognize your need to contact us, go ahead we'd love to hear from you. Send us an email at [email protected]. We started off today talking about my frustration at America's Drive In (not a sponsor). Then we had a lil' testimony time and that went a little long but it was necessar...

Brad & Janelle Cottrell Prayer Was Their First Response

January 08, 2021 08:00 - 34 minutes - 23.8 MB

Send us a Text Message. Hershall, We finally get a female perspective on the podcast! The song leader brought his wife along for the conversation today, and why not, it's a conversation about her. She got news a few years ago that no one wants to get. They take us through their journey of faith through some difficult stuff.  Enjoy the podcast and send us some feedback if you'd like at [email protected]. Support the Show. Connect with us at https://www.podnme.org/ https://youtube.com/@devi...

Back For New Year!

January 06, 2021 08:00 - 28 minutes - 19.9 MB

Send us a Text Message. Hersh, as you've come to expect, we're settling big issues here in the new year! I started by throwing the boys a curve. they thought I was referencing a Bible verse and I wasn't. Me being in the Min-us-Streh (ministry) and all, caused the brethren to make a wrong assumption. We eventually moved on to more riveting (big word alert) spiritual conversation when the deacon wanted to discuss the McRib (not a sponsor of the show). I did manage in the exit to bring that to...

Year's End Pod'N Meetin' & Hershall Rang!

December 30, 2020 08:00 - 29 minutes - 20.5 MB

Send us a Text Message. Hershall, we got an update from the boys on their Christmas festivities. (big word alert) We got another call from you. We even talked to a guy named Jud Ingram. It was a privilege and an honour (King James Spelling) We pray you have a Blessed New Year! Support the Show. Connect with us at https://www.podnme.org/ https://youtube.com/@devinbirdsong Email [email protected] Follow us on Instagram @podn_me Personalities on Pod'N Me Pastor: Devin Birdsong Deacon: Dus...

Christmas Pod'N Meetin' with Brad Cottrell & Dustin Wakley

December 23, 2020 08:00 - 41 minutes - 28.7 MB

Send us a Text Message. Merry Christmas, Hershall! We tackle some worthwhile stuff today. You'll need to pay close attention cause we could've had a church split pretty easy if we weren't so good at working thru conflict. We talked about Christmas traditions and ended on Christmas songs that we really don't want to hear again. At last we discussed some that we can leave in the line up for next year. Thanks for always listening, Hersh and have a Blessed Christmas! [email protected]  Support...

Turn In Your Hymnals to.... Pod'N Meetin' with Dustin Wakley & Brad Cottrell

December 16, 2020 08:00 - 34 minutes - 23.6 MB

Send us a Text Message. Hershall, I think you've made the Deacon & Songleader's day. We had some feedback from some of your friends that have been hearkening to the podcast and did they ever put the praises in for the boys! Whew, I didn't know if we'd ever get to the end of the accolades but we finally did and went right in to talking about a vital part of our worship services. That is singing hymns. At the end I threw a Bible trivia (semi-big word) out and Deacon Dustin got a winning answe...

Bumper Stickers Not Endorsed with Brad Cottrell & Dustin Wakley -Pod'N Meetin'

December 09, 2020 08:00 - 34 minutes - 23.4 MB

Send us a Text Message. Hershall, I gave Bro. Brad a promotion in the title. I put his name in the guest list first. I think the deacon was kinda crowding him for that slot up on the front seat. I made room for him though. Deacon Dustin kindly acquiesced. (powerful big word alert) Today we tackled a big topic. What difference do bumper stickers make? We have decided not to give our allegiance to bumper stickers as a place to settle all the world's woes. Enjoy!  If you'd like to send me a m...

Bumper Stickers Not Endorsed with Brad Cottrell & Dustin Wakley -Pod'N Meetin'

December 09, 2020 08:00 - 33 minutes - 22.8 MB

Hershall, I gave Bro. Brad a promotion in the title. I put his name in the guest list first. I think the deacon was kinda crowding him for that slot up on the front seat. I made room for him though. Deacon Dustin kindly acquiesced. (powerful big word alert) Today we tackled a big topic. What difference do bumper stickers make? We have decided not to give our allegiance to bumper stickers as a place to settle all the world's woes. Enjoy!  If you'd like to send me a message, please do so at d...

Communion Pod'N Meetin' with Dustin Wakley and Brad Cottrell

December 02, 2020 08:00 - 30 minutes - 20.9 MB

Send us a Text Message. Hershall, this week we delve (semi-big word) into one of the greatest things that was instituted in the church. The observance of the Lord's Supper has been neglected and we talk about it's importance. See, Hershall, we can talk about serious subjects. Drop me a line and let me know what you think. If you'd like to get in touch with me you can email me at [email protected]. Once again, that dev... we'll you know by now surely! God Bless! Support the Show. Connect wi...

Rev. Ronnie Baker The Voice of Experience in Pastoral Ministry

December 01, 2020 08:00 - 31 minutes - 21.5 MB

Send us a Text Message. Hersh, Today I sat down with one of my hero's, Bro. Ronnie Baker. we talked about some of his experiences in his ministry. He has pastored several churches and has  been a  steady voice during troubled times for many folks. With over 50 years in the ministry, he is definitely someone worth  listening  to. He ended with sharing his recent transition from pastoring to traveling again as well as telling how God gave a special call to him to visit the hospitals. Enjoy! S...

Rev. Ronnie Baker The Voice of Experience in Pastoral Ministry

December 01, 2020 08:00 - 30 minutes - 20.9 MB

Hersh, Today I sat down with one of my hero's, Bro. Ronnie Baker. we talked about some of his experiences in his ministry. He has pastored several churches and has  been a  steady voice during troubled times for many folks. With over 50 years in the ministry, he is definitely someone worth  listening  to. He ended with sharing his recent transition from pastoring to traveling again as well as telling how God gave a special call to him to visit the hospitals. Enjoy! Send feedback to devin@pod...

Thanksgiving Pod'N Meetin' with guest Joshua H. Vaughn

November 25, 2020 08:00 - 31 minutes - 22 MB

Send us a Text Message. Hershall, We had a Thanksgiving pod'n meetin' where the boys went ahead and gave me the raw definition of what thanks-giving really means. We had Josh Vaughn on the church bench today to help us with our musing (big-is type word) about dishes on the table at Thanksgiving. we ended with a bit of talk about commercialism and people trying to up sale. Enjoy!  Send feedback to [email protected]. God Bless! Support the Show. Connect with us at https://www.podnme.org/ ht...

Callers Planned & Unplanned Pod'N Meetin' Time

November 18, 2020 08:00 - 35 minutes - 24.7 MB

Send us a Text Message. Hersh, It was an honor to have you call in but there was a lot that happened while you weren't on the podcast today. The singer of the show, Trey Brock (aka my nephew) called in unannounced! The boys gave me a tough way to go about my treasure found in suited vessels. My favorite sister left some favorable and some not so favorable feedback at [email protected]. You called, Hersh. We ended up thinking Dustin needs to study his Bible a bit more before he tries to show ...

Pod'N Meetin' Bluetooth Style

November 11, 2020 08:00 - 35 minutes - 24.7 MB

Send us a Text Message. Hersh, It's Wednesday Pod'N Meetin' Time... IN PERSON!!   Me, Brad & Dustin tell of our experiences with online church as well as explore the possibility of artists and celebrities trying to be like us... the common folk. We also talk about whether technology has made us smarter or not. Then the boys turned their guns on all of us who have enjoyed the conveniences of Bluetooth Technology... If you get time after listening to this, of course, send me some feedback at ...

Is Gluttony In the Bible? with Brad Cottrell & Dustin Wakley

November 04, 2020 08:00 - 34 minutes - 23.6 MB

Send us a Text Message. Hersh, the song leader and deacon are back for another conversation. We talk about something near and dear to our hearts... not music this time. It's another favorite subject and that is food. I really thought things were going pretty normal til we found out Wile E. Coyote was in danger at Brad's house. Yes, Hersh, he put some of the Coyote's kindred on the table as food. The subject of gluttony came up and we all three sobered up! Give it a listen and draw your own ...

Songs That Bring Tears with Dustin Wakley & Brad Cottrell

October 28, 2020 07:00 - 27 minutes - 18.8 MB

Send us a Text Message. Hersh, the boys are back. I hope they aren't trying to form a coup (big word alert). If they are, I didn't allow it this time I used the power of music to dig into their minds. I even did a test on Dustin to see if I could make him weep by playing a song that recently did just that. Hersh you know I'm an avid lover of good music. These boys are too and we had a good time talking about it. Enjoy! Support the Show. Connect with us at https://www.podnme.org/ https://...

PK's Get Some Attention Rev. Douglas Meadow

October 23, 2020 10:00 - 34 minutes - 23.7 MB

Send us a Text Message. Hersh, I'm here with a friend of mine who is a bit on the touchy side about his name. Let's just say, don't shorten his first name and don't add to his last. It is Doug-las Meadow as in singular as in ONE grass covered field- MEADOW. Whew, I thought we'd never get that through your head. Anyhow, Rev. Meadow is a big fan of preacher's kids (helpful hint: he is one and he has 3 of his own). Speaking of his kids, they have an album with wonderful music and singing. you ...

Special Announcement: Pod'N Meetin' Time

October 21, 2020 07:00 - 15 minutes - 10.6 MB

Hershall, We decided to go all in... We've added  some regular guests here on the production team and decided to call it a Pod'N Meetin'. The honorable deacon,  Dustin Wakley, and Song Leader in Chief, Brad Cottrell are going to be gatherin' each and every Wednesday for our midweek service so to speak but as you'll hear today, this is no substitute for going to church. Today I laid out my plan for the future of the podcast. Hope you can join us, Hersh! I'd be honored to have your feedback an...

He's Back by Popular Demand

October 15, 2020 10:00 - 14 minutes - 10.1 MB

Send us a Text Message. This is another totally off the cuff episode with my listener Hershall (Jud Ingram). He's a great friend that really DID have Covid 19 and a tough case. He has just recovered thankfully. In no way are we trying to make light of the virus that has taken the lives of so many loved ones and friends. We are thankful for all who have recovered and know that this is something that we are all trying to work through. All that being said, I wanted to release this episode to l...

The Unwashed Mask-es featuring Dustin Wakley & Brad Cottrell

October 01, 2020 10:00 - 56 minutes - 38.6 MB

First off, Hershall, this is a long episode, but cut me a little slack, its has been a month since you've even heard from me. Today I sat down with a couple of parishioners... A deacon and song leader. Hersh, the deacon happens to be one of my best friends. I mean the guy knows some stuff about me. We got together to have what we all thought was going to be a light hearted conversation and it ended up being down right serious at times. We did cover some important stuff though like my use of ...

The Unwashed Mask-es featuring Dustin Wakley & Brad Cottrell

October 01, 2020 10:00 - 57 minutes - 39.2 MB

Send us a Text Message. First off, Hershall, this is a long episode, but cut me a little slack, its has been a month since you've even heard from me. Today I sat down with a couple of parishioners... A deacon and song leader. Hersh, the deacon happens to be one of my best friends. I mean the guy knows some stuff about me. We got together to have what we all thought was going to be a light hearted conversation and it ended up being down right serious at times. We did cover some important stu...

Is Ollie Outinfree Real? Guest: Rev. Joshua H. Vaughn

September 01, 2020 11:00 - 23 minutes - 16.3 MB

To be honest, Hershall, I can’t remember NOT knowing my guest today. He’s been a close friend for years. We talk about Ollie Outinfree and a myriad of other things that come to our minds. I also pay tribute to the memory of a good friend. Hersh, while you’re going about your day (feeding animals and such) take some time to make a good memory here and there. God bless & I hope you enjoy!  Connect with us at https://www.podnme.org/ Email [email protected] Follow us on Instagram @podn_me Per...

Is Ollie Outinfree Real? Guest: Rev. Joshua H. Vaughn

September 01, 2020 11:00 - 24 minutes - 17 MB

Send us a Text Message. To be honest, Hershall, I can’t remember NOT knowing my guest today. He’s been a close friend for years. We talk about Ollie Outinfree and a myriad of other things that come to our minds. I also pay tribute to the memory of a good friend. Hersh, while you’re going about your day (feeding animals and such) take some time to make a good memory here and there. God bless & I hope you enjoy!  Support the Show. Connect with us at https://www.podnme.org/ https://youtube....

A Glimpse into Songwriting with Rev. Rick Simpson

August 01, 2020 10:00 - 25 minutes - 17.6 MB

Send us a Text Message. Hershall, have you ever thought about writing a song? It takes a bit more than I thought at first. Should you ever decide to try writing one, someone like Bro. Rick Simpson would be a good person to consult with first. He has some experience in writing... he writes on songs almost every day of the week!  He also has had success at people recording his songs and many people enjoying the songs to the place where they contacted him and told him how his songs changed the...

Bonus Episode: A Word From Our Listener

July 31, 2020 13:00 - 11 minutes - 7.75 MB

Folks, this is a completely off the cuff interview with our one fictitious listener, Hershall.  Hopefully it brings a smile! It appears that we have our work cut out with Hersh. He's an interesting character to say the least. We plan to hear from him in the future. You may even recognize his voice....     Connect with us at https://www.podnme.org/ Email [email protected] Follow us on Instagram @podn_me Personalities on Pod'N Me Pastor: Devin Birdsong Deacon: Dustin Wakley Songleader: Brad...

Bonus Episode: A Word From Our Listener

July 31, 2020 13:00 - 12 minutes - 8.37 MB

Send us a Text Message. Folks, this is a completely off the cuff interview with our one fictitious listener, Hershall.  Hopefully it brings a smile! It appears that we have our work cut out with Hersh. He's an interesting character to say the least. We plan to hear from him in the future. You may even recognize his voice....     Support the Show. Connect with us at https://www.podnme.org/ https://youtube.com/@devinbirdsong Email [email protected] Follow us on Instagram @podn_me Persona...

“Heroes” Rev. Dathan & Sis. Chera Guthrie

July 01, 2020 11:00 - 33 minutes - 23.3 MB

Send us a Text Message. Heroes are here today, Hershall (My listener). I talked to our pastors, Bro. Dathan & Sis. Chera Guthrie. We had a very raw but meaningful conversation about forgiveness. If you’d like to read any of Sis. Chera’s blog posts check it out at: www.cheraguthrie.com.  Also, here is the infor we talked about with Bro. Blue last episode: www.jotnjournal.com  Support the Show. Connect with us at https://www.podnme.org/ https://youtube.com/@devinbirdsong Email devin@podn...

“Heroes” Rev. Dathan & Sis. Chera Guthrie

July 01, 2020 11:00 - 32 minutes - 22.6 MB

Heroes are here today, Hershall (My listener). I talked to our pastors, Bro. Dathan & Sis. Chera Guthrie. We had a very raw but meaningful conversation about forgiveness. If you’d like to read any of Sis. Chera’s blog posts check it out at: www.cheraguthrie.com.  Also, here is the infor we talked about with Bro. Blue last episode: www.jotnjournal.com  Connect with us at https://www.podnme.org/ Email [email protected] Follow us on Instagram @podn_me Personalities on Pod'N Me Pastor: Devin...

Episode 1: Rev. Mike Blue

May 29, 2020 02:00 - 34 minutes - 23.5 MB

Bro. Blue and I go down memory lane. We talk about our first formal introduction. He shares with me how he came to faith in Christ. I introduce him to Hershell. He even lets us in on info that few people know... I find out that Bro. Blue has a passion for notebooks! 

The Personal Testimony of Rev. Mike Blue

May 29, 2020 02:00 - 35 minutes - 24.1 MB

Send us a Text Message. Bro. Blue and I go down memory lane. We talk about our first formal introduction. He shares with me how he came to faith in Christ. I introduce him to Hershell. He even lets us in on info that few people know... I find out that Bro. Blue has a passion for notebooks!  Support the Show. Connect with us at https://www.podnme.org/ https://youtube.com/@devinbirdsong Email [email protected] Follow us on Instagram @podn_me Personalities on Pod'N Me Pastor: Devin Birdso...