That Sounds Fun with Annie F. Downs
900 episodes - English - Latest episode: 9 days ago - ★★★★★ - 1 ratingChristian author and speaker Annie F. Downs shares with you some of her favorite things: new books, faith conversations, restaurants, travel stories, musicians not to miss, interviews with friends. Pretty much, if it sounds fun to Annie, you're gonna hear about it.
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TSF Advent Series: Joy is Unending. (Joy Day 5)
December 16, 2022 09:00 - 13 minutesWelcome to the third week of our Advent Series where we will be focused on the candle of joy. To access the scriptures, questions, and the video version of this devotional, head to anniefdowns.com/advent. . . . . Did you hear the big news?! We're launching a new podcast! Head over to Let's Read the Gospels and subscribe today so you can start with us on January 1.. . . . Sign up to receive the AFD Week In Review email and ask questions to future guests! #thatsoundsfunpodcast . . . . . ...
2022 Christmas Party Episode 3: Zach Williams on Christmas with Family, His New Album, and Going on Tour
December 15, 2022 09:01 - 46 minutesI'm so happy to have my friend, Zach Williams on the podcast today. I just love it when we get to catch up like old-time friends and have a great conversation like this one. Make sure you check out his new album A Hundred Highways, it's a good one! And if you haven't seen Dolly Parton's Magic Mountain Christmas, WHERE HAVE YOU BEEN?! Getting to talk all things Dolly with Zach...what a dream! . . . It's not too late to join us as we celebrate Advent together. Go to anniefdowns.com/advent to ...
TSF Advent Series: Chase Fun and Joy Will Follow. (Joy Day 4)
December 15, 2022 09:00 - 16 minutesWelcome to the third week of our Advent Series where we will be focused on the candle of joy. To access the scriptures, questions, and the video version of this devotional, head to anniefdowns.com/advent. . . . . Did you hear the big news?! We're launching a new podcast! Head over to Let's Read the Gospels and subscribe today so you can start with us on January 1.. . . . Sign up to receive the AFD Week In Review email and ask questions to future guests! #thatsoundsfunpodcast . . . . . ...
TSF Advent Series: Be the Bearer of Joy. (Joy Day 3)
December 14, 2022 09:00 - 17 minutesWelcome to the third week of our Advent Series where we will be focused on the candle of joy. To access the scriptures, questions, and the video version of this devotional, head to anniefdowns.com/advent. . . . . Did you hear the big news?! We're launching a new podcast! Head over to Let's Read the Gospels and subscribe today so you can start with us on January 1.. . . . Sign up to receive the AFD Week In Review email and ask questions to future guests! #thatsoundsfunpodcast . . . . . ...
TSF Advent Series: Find Joy Right Where You Are. (Joy Day 2)
December 13, 2022 09:00 - 15 minutesWelcome to the third week of our Advent Series where we will be focused on the candle of joy. To access the scriptures, questions, and the video version of this devotional, head to anniefdowns.com/advent. . . . . Did you hear the big news?! We're launching a new podcast! Head over to Let's Read the Gospels and subscribe today so you can start with us on January 1.. . . . Sign up to receive the AFD Week In Review email and ask questions to future guests! #thatsoundsfunpodcast . . . . . ...
TSF Advent Series: Why Does Joy Matter? (Joy Day 1)
December 12, 2022 09:00 - 15 minutesWelcome to the third week of our Advent Series where we will be focused on the candle of joy. To access the scriptures, questions, and the video version of this devotional, head to anniefdowns.com/advent. . . . . Did you hear the big news?! We're launching a new podcast! Head over to Let's Read the Gospels and subscribe today so you can start with us on January 1.. . . . Sign up to receive the AFD Week In Review email and ask questions to future guests! #thatsoundsfunpodcast . . . . . ...
TSF Advent Series: Finding Peace with God. (Peace Day 5)
December 09, 2022 09:00 - 18 minutesWelcome to the second week of our Advent Series where we will be focused on the candle of peace. To access the scriptures, questions, and the video version of this devotional, head to anniefdowns.com/advent. . . . . Did you hear the big news?! We're launching a new podcast! Head over to Let's Read the Gospels and subscribe today so you can start with us on January 1.. . . . Sign up to receive the AFD Week In Review email and ask questions to future guests! #thatsoundsfunpodcast . . . . ...
2022 Christmas Party Episode 2: Ellie Holcomb on Our Connection with God, the Birth of Jesus, and Joy
December 08, 2022 09:01 - 1 hourWhat a gift to have Ellie Holcomb in the studio to chat all things Christmas! Ellie is such a dear and wise friend and I loved this conversation. We talk about what it looks like to ponder and take in the beauty and the good we see, making space to remember, and how to do the Christmas season well (especially with kids). Ellie's new children's book Sounding Joy is ADORABLE and I definitely recommend gifting it to ALL the miniBFFs in your life! Also be sure to check out her album Sing: Christm...
TSF Advent Series: Finding Peace with Yourself. (Peace Day 4)
December 08, 2022 09:00 - 17 minutesWelcome to the second week of our Advent Series where we will be focused on the candle of peace. To access the scriptures, questions, and the video version of this devotional, head to anniefdowns.com/advent. . . . . Did you hear the big news?! We're launching a new podcast! Head over to Let's Read the Gospels and subscribe today so you can start with us on January 1.. . . . Sign up to receive the AFD Week In Review email and ask questions to future guests! #thatsoundsfunpodcast . . . . ...
TSF Advent Series: Finding Peace with Your People. (Peace Day 3)
December 07, 2022 10:00 - 16 minutesWelcome to the second week of our Advent Series where we will be focused on the candle of peace. To access the scriptures, questions, and the video version of this devotional, head to anniefdowns.com/advent. . . . . Did you hear the big news?! We're launching a new podcast! Head over to Let's Read the Gospels and subscribe today so you can start with us on January 1.. . . . Sign up to receive the AFD Week In Review email and ask questions to future guests! #thatsoundsfunpodcast . . . . ...
TSF Advent Series: What Do You Do When There Is No Peace? (Peace Day 2)
December 06, 2022 09:00 - 14 minutesWelcome to the second week of our Advent Series where we will be focused on the candle of peace. To access the scriptures, questions, and the video version of this devotional, head to anniefdowns.com/advent. . . . . Did you hear the big news?! We're launching a new podcast! Head over to Let's Read the Gospels and subscribe today so you can start with us on January 1.. . . . Sign up to receive the AFD Week In Review email and ask questions to future guests! #thatsoundsfunpodcast . . . . ...
TSF Advent Series: Why Is Peace a Gift? (Peace Day 1)
December 05, 2022 09:00 - 15 minutesWelcome to the second week of our Advent Series where we will be focused on the candle of peace. To access the scriptures, questions, and the video version of this devotional, head to anniefdowns.com/advent. . . . . Did you hear the big news?! We're launching a new podcast! Head over to Let's Read the Gospels and subscribe today so you can start with us on January 1.. . . . Sign up to receive the AFD Week In Review email and ask questions to future guests! #thatsoundsfunpodcast . . . . ...
TSF Advent Series: Courage to Hope. (Hope Day 5)
December 02, 2022 09:00 - 17 minutesWelcome to the first week of our Advent Series where we will be focused on the candle of hope. To access the scriptures, questions, and the video version of this devotional, head to anniefdowns.com/advent. . . . . Did you hear the big news?! We're launching a new podcast! Head over to Let's Read the Gospels and subscribe today so you can start with us on January 1.. . . . Sign up to receive the AFD Week In Review email and ask questions to future guests! #thatsoundsfunpodcast . . . . . ...
TSF Advent Series: Hope Happens at Christmas. (Hope Day 4)
December 01, 2022 09:00 - 16 minutesWelcome to the first week of our Advent Series where we will be focused on the candle of hope. To access the scriptures, questions, and the video version of this devotional, head to anniefdowns.com/advent. . . . . Did you hear the big news?! We're launching a new podcast! Head over to Let's Read the Gospels and subscribe today so you can start with us on January 1.. . . . Sign up to receive the AFD Week In Review email and ask questions to future guests! #thatsoundsfunpodcast . . . . . ...
2022 Christmas Party Episode 1: The Chosen
December 01, 2022 09:00 - 1 hourWe couldn't let the Christmas season go by without a few fun Christmas Party bonus episodes! This summer, I had the opportunity to visit the set of The Chosen and it was INCREDIBLE. Y'all. I had SO much fun chatting with a few of the cast and crew of The Chosen season 3. George Xanthis (who plays John), Liz Tabish (Mary Magdalene), Giavani Cairo (Thaddeus), Ryan Swanson (co-writer), Brad Pelo (President of The Chosen), Brandon Potter (Quintus), and Katherine Warnock (Head of Original Content ...
TSF Advent Series: When Hope is Deferred. (Hope Day 3)
November 30, 2022 09:00 - 13 minutesWelcome to the first week of our Advent Series where we will be focused on the candle of hope. To access the scriptures, questions, and the video version of this devotional, head to anniefdowns.com/advent. . . . . Did you hear the big news?! We're launching a new podcast! Head over to Let's Read the Gospels and subscribe today so you can start with us on January 1.. . . . Sign up to receive the AFD Week In Review email and ask questions to future guests! #thatsoundsfunpodcast . . . . . ...
TSF Advent Series: I Have a Hope Tattoo. (Hope Day 2)
November 29, 2022 09:00 - 14 minutesWelcome to the first week of our Advent Series where we will be focused on the candle of hope. To access the scriptures, questions, and the video version of this devotional, head to anniefdowns.com/advent. . . . . Did you hear the big news?! We're launching a new podcast! Head over to Let's Read the Gospels and subscribe today so you can start with us on January 1.. . . . Sign up to receive the AFD Week In Review email and ask questions to future guests! #thatsoundsfunpodcast . . . . . ...
TSF Advent Series: Why Does Hope Matter? (Hope Day 1)
November 28, 2022 09:00 - 15 minutesWelcome to the first week of our Advent Series where we will be focused on the candle of hope. To access the scriptures, questions, and the video version of this devotional, head to anniefdowns.com/advent. . . . . Did you hear the big news?! We're launching a new podcast! Head over to Let's Read the Gospels and subscribe today so you can start with us on January 1.. . . . Sign up to receive the AFD Week In Review email and ask questions to future guests! #thatsoundsfunpodcast . . . . . ...
TSF Advent Series: Let There Be Light. (Intro)
November 27, 2022 09:00 - 13 minutesI am beyond excited to begin this journey of celebrating and observing Advent together as a podcast community! Today we start by explaining the theme of the next four weeks, making sure we have all we need to get started, and talking about the power of Advent in our lives and how it could change our next year. To get all the goodies that go along with our Advent Series, make sure you've joined up with us at anniefdowns.com/advent! . . . . Did you hear the big news?! We're launching a new p...
TSF Advent Series: Father Mike Schmitz
November 24, 2022 09:00 - 58 minutesOh y'all...what better way to celebrate Thanksgiving here in the United States than with our friend, Father Mike Schmitz. As we enter into the season of Advent this weekend, Father Mike walks us through how Advent came about, its purpose, and how an Advent rhythm can set us for the coming year. Man, this friend is such a gift and I'm so thankful for his encouragement to all of us. Join us as we celebrate Advent together. Go to anniefdowns.com/advent to get started! . . . . Did you hear the...
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TSF Advent Series: Tsh Oxenreider
November 21, 2022 12:55 - 54 minutesAs we head into this season of Advent, my friend Tsh Oxenreider, walks us through an introduction to this special time in the liturgical calendar. We talked all about boundaries around social media, the different traditions surrounding Advent, and we took a deep dive into the difference between Lent and Advent. I'm so thankful for Tsh and the wisdom she shares! You can find the special video version of this conversation on YouTube HERE.. . . . Join us as we celebrate Advent together. Go to a...
Episode 427: Louie Giglio on Fighting Against Worry and Creating Positive Habits to Draw Closer to Jesus
November 17, 2022 09:03 - 1 hourI LOVE when I get to have a conversation with one of my all-time favorite pastors, Louie Giglio! Talking to Louie about all things Jesus is just the BEST! His newest book, Winning the War on Worry, is such a breath of fresh air as we walk towards our Thanksgiving celebrations next week. Also, be sure to grab a copy of his newest devotional, At the Table with Jesus. Y'all are going to love these two books and this conversation! I'm so thankful for Pastor Louie's voice as he guides us through t...
Episode 426: Lysa TerKeurst on Healthy Boundaries and Controlling versus Self-Control
November 14, 2022 09:00 - 56 minutesWhat a joy to have my friend, Lysa TerKeurst in the studio today! This conversation about healthy relationships, loving those who struggle with addiction, and, of course, our mutual love for Jim Cress... GAH, isn't she the best?! Be sure to grab a copy of Lysa's new book, Good Boundaries and Goodbyes: Loving Others Without Losing the Best of Who You Are. It's been a hot commodity here at the office, so I know y'all are going to love it! HERE is my conversation with Jim Cress that we talk abo...
Episode 425: Veteran's Day Conversation with Evan and Dr. Jenny Owens about Loving People Well Who are Dealing with Trauma
November 10, 2022 09:06 - 1 hourHappy Veteran’s Day (on Friday!) and thank you so much to all the men and women who have served our country and allowed us the freedoms we have today. To celebrate, I got to sit down with Evan and Dr. Jenny Owens, founders of REBOOT Recovery and authors of Healing What's Hidden. Their work with veterans and first responders is truly remarkable and I'm so grateful for their wisdom, education, and humility. May we all lead with grace, vulnerability, and curiosity. Parents, just a note that due...
Episode 424: Pastor Andy Stanley - When the Church and Politics Collide
November 07, 2022 08:01 - 55 minutesWhat is more fun than politics and faith?! With the midterm elections going on, I'm honored to have Pastor Andy Stanley on the pod today. So much wisdom - he's just the BEST! I'm so thankful for Pastor Andy and this conversation about choosing friendship and relationship over politics. Friends matter more. Amen. Grab a copy of his incredible book Not In It to Win It and go out and VOTE! . . . . Find more fun things on this episode by going to anniefdowns.com/podcast. . . . . Join us as we...
Episode 423: We The Kingdom on Healing, Friendship, and Authenticity
November 03, 2022 12:20 - 1 hourIt's a podcast party! The ENTIRE band from We The Kingdom is in the studio today and I could not be.more.excited. Y'ALL this conversation...actually changed my life and the way that I do friendship. Ed, Scott, Franni, Martin, and Andrew were so kind and generous in their vulnerability to talk about healing from church hurt, being authentic with ourselves and our people, and letting public faith people be humans. You're going to love their new album, Miracle Power! ALSO. Be looking for our fut...
Episode 422: Our Friend, Ginna Claire Mason Moffett, is a Hallmark Christmas Movie Star!
October 31, 2022 08:07 - 1 hourMy dear, dear, friend and one of our FAVORITE guests, Ginna Claire Mason Moffett, is BACK! Ginna Claire is STARRING in a Hallmark Christmas movie, premiering November 27, and I could not be more excited. We talk all about GC filming a movie in New York while performing in Wicked on Broadway AT THE SAME TIME. Excuse me...ma'am! We also talk about what it's like to be a Rockette, balancing disappointment and hope, and I learned a lot about Doris Day. Be on the lookout for our group viewing part...
Episode 421: Jeff Pardo and What Could Have Happened at the Doves?(!)
October 28, 2022 07:01 - 55 minutesMy good friend and incredible songwriter and record producer, Jeff Pardo is on the podcast today in a very special episode of That Sounds Fun! Jeff is ridiculously talented and was nominated for the most Dove Awards of the year. He graciously popped into the studio both BEFORE and AFTER the Dove Awards show to talk about how he felt and what he was processing before the night of the award show and how he felt after the results were in. No spoilers here, because y'all get to hear me find out t...
TSF with Mike Kelsey: Being Asian American in the U.S. and the Power of Nunchi with Pastor Mitchel Lee
October 27, 2022 08:03 - 1 hourI’m so grateful to our friend Mike Kelsey for hosting, creating, and curating this week’s podcast episodes! Today, Mike chats with his friend and fellow pastor Mitchel Lee about his experience being an Asian American pastor of a predominately white megachurch, his journey of racial identity, and dynamics between the Black and Asian community. And yes, Pastor Mitchel's book, Even If: Trusting God When Life Disappoints, Overwhelms, or Just Doesn't Make Sense, IMMEDIATELY went into my Amazon ca...
TSF with Mike Kelsey: How the Cross Affects a Reconciling Community with Helen Lee
October 24, 2022 08:23 - 1 hourI’m so grateful to our friend Mike Kelsey for hosting, creating, and curating this week’s podcast episodes! Today, Mike chats with author, speaker, and cofounder of the Best Christian Workplaces Institute, Helen Lee. Mike and Helen's conversation about her experience growing up Asian in a predominately white community and how Asian-Americans often feel in conversations about race is SO GOOD. Be sure to grab a copy of Helen's books, The Race-Wise Family, The Missional Mom, and Growing Healthy...
Episode 420: Anne Wilson on Loss, Makeup Skills, and Vermont
October 20, 2022 08:10 - 59 minutesI ADORE my friend, Anne Wilson, and I'm so happy she's back on the podcast! We truly covered a WIDE range of topics in this conversation. Will we be going on a mini tour next fall to cross Vermont off our travel list?? Only time will tell...In the meantime, I'm so excited to get to chat with Anne about her new book, My Jesus: From Heartache to Hope. Our conversation about what loss GIVES you has really stuck with me. AND ALSO, who knew Anne wanted to be an astronaut?! FUN FACT ALERT! . . . ....
Episode 419: Dr. Diane Langberg on Spiritual Abuse, Identifying Our Own Power, and Hope
October 17, 2022 08:20 - 1 hourWhat a true honor to have Dr. Diane Langberg on the show today. Her book, Redeeming Power: Understanding Authority and Abuse in the Church, has taught me so much about trauma, abuse, and power. In this conversation, Dr. Langberg teaches us about paying attention to our own power, misusing that power, and balancing love for our local church with accountability. If abuse is a part of your story, I would encourage you to listen with someone who loves you. This conversation may be tender to you,...
Episode 418: Shannan Martin - How Do We Live as Citizens of God’s Kingdom in our Local Communities?
October 13, 2022 08:00 - 1 hourI'm so happy that my dear friend, Shannan Martin, is in the studio today to chat about her new book, Start with Hello. This book is a practical guide on how to move toward each other in community and it is SO GOOD! What an important conversation that we ALL need! We talk all about loving your people well, the importance of making space for grief, and how the tiniest step toward one another matters. Y'all. Get ready! . . . . Find more fun things on this episode by going to anniefdowns.com/po...
Episode 417: Richard Foster and Brenda Quinn on the Connection Between Patience, Humility, and the Lakota Calendar
October 10, 2022 08:21 - 57 minutesWe have such a special show for you today! I got to talk with one of my heroes, Richard Foster, and his friend and fellow pastor Brenda Quinn. Richard's new book Learning Humility uses the Lakota calendar as a framework for this study on the virtue of humility. IT'S FASCINATING! What an inspiring conversation about slowing down enough to be available to God, coming to God as who you already are, and one of our favorite topics - prayer. Due to some technological challenges, this episode's au...
Episode 416: Brandon Lake on Mental Health, Healing, and Miracles
October 06, 2022 08:15 - 58 minutesSO many of you have requested Brandon Lake to be a guest on the podcast. Well, my friends, you're dreams have come TRUE! I am excited to get to talk to my friend Brandon about his new album Help! and his upcoming tour Miracle Nights. This conversation might be one of my favorites. We talk all about hearing the voice of God, expectancy, and the gift of being in the middle of a season. What an amazing note taking episode! . . . . Find more fun things on this episode by going to anniefdowns.co...
Episode 415: Seth and Heather Thompson Day on Relationships and the Importance of Connection Even When You Want to Give Up
October 03, 2022 15:13 - 1 hourWhat a joy to get to chat with my friends Seth and Heather Thompson Day! Their new book, I'll See You Tomorrow, is so timely - y'all are going to love this one. Also. This resilience theme we've been having??? Okay, Lord. We.See.You. . . . . Find more fun things on this episode by going to anniefdowns.com/podcast. . . . . Sign up to receive the AFD Week In Review email and ask questions to future guests! #thatsoundsfunpodcast . . . . . Thank you to our partners! Cru: Text FUN to 71326...
Episode 414: TAYA on Worshiping in Pain and in Waiting
September 30, 2022 08:18 - 1 hourWhat a gift it is to have Taya in the podcast studio. You know her voice from many of your favorite Hillsong UNITED Worship songs. And now she has a debut album, TAYA, that is absolutely stunning. Our conversation about prayer, Jesus, and our love for Italy, was so life giving. What a great way to kick off the weekend with this fun bonus Friday episode! . . . . Find more fun things on this episode by going to anniefdowns.com/podcast. . . . . Sign up to receive the AFD Week In Review email...
Episode 413: Cynt Marshall CEO of the Dallas Mavericks on Navigating Grief, Joy, and Hope
September 29, 2022 07:01 - 46 minutesMy new friend, Cynt Marshall (henceforth dubbed QUEEN of That Sounds Fun Land), is on the pod today and I can't wait for y'all to hear this conversation! Cynt is the CEO of the NBA's Dallas Mavericks (I mean...how fun is THAT?!). Her new book You've Been Chosen is seriously incredible. We talked all about how her cancer journal ended up being a book about hope and joy, and the importance of morning rhythms. Also. Her story about praying over President Obama had me ROLLING with laughter! (FYI...
Episode 412: Nona Jones on Comparison and Insecurity
September 26, 2022 08:12 - 57 minutesMy girl, Nona Jones, is in the STUDIO! Hugging her neck before sitting down to have a conversation meant SO much! We talked all about getting to the root of insecurity, putting on a front that we have it all together (yikes), and setting boundaries around social media. If y'all loved this conversation, you'll love Nona's new book Killing Comparison. . . . . Find more fun things on this episode by going to anniefdowns.com/podcast. . . . . Sign up to receive the AFD Week In Review email an...
Episode 411: Chad Veach on Prayer and God's Presence
September 22, 2022 08:10 - 59 minutesYou know I love it anytime we get to talk about prayer on the podcast! Pastor Chad Veach is teaching us all about persistent prayer, the importance of Godly counsel, fasting, and so much more. His new book, Worried about Everything Because I Pray about Nothing, is incredibly meaningful and full of wisdom. Get your journal and pens ready, because this is for sure a note-taking episode! Check out our whole series on prayer this past year with this Spotify Playlist. . . . . Find more fun thin...
Raising Boys and Girls Podcast: Welcome to the That Sounds Fun Network!
September 20, 2022 08:00 - 48 minutesWhen I think about people who are salt of the earth, I think of Sissy Goff and David Thomas. We love them SO much around here that, of course, we were thrilled when they wanted to join the TSF Network! Sissy, David, and Melissa Trevathan are the hosts the incredible Raising Boys and Girls Podcast. Whether you're a parent, grandparent, parenting figure, or just like to love on your miniBFF's like me, this show is for you. In each episode of this podcast, they’ll share some of what they’re lear...
Episode 410: Katy Nichole on Setting Boundaries and our Mutual Love for Dolly Parton
September 19, 2022 08:00 - 1 hourI can't wait for y'all to hear this conversation with my new friend, Katy Nichole. Of course we had to talk about being next door neighbors at the KLove awards this past year. We also chatted about the importance of mentorship, what it looks like to finish well, and how her song, In Jesus Name, became a viral sensation. Katy is so fun and y'all are going to love her new EP, Katy Nichole. . . . . Find more fun things on this episode by going to anniefdowns.com/podcast. . . . . Sign up to r...
Episode 409: Jon, L.E., & McRae Acuff on Recognizing Broken Soundtracks in Your Teenagers (And Yourself)
September 15, 2022 08:01 - 1 hourIt's an Acuff family affair in the studio today! What a great conversation with Jon Acuff and his daughters, L.E. and McRae talking about their new book, Your New Playlist. Diving into the minds of teenagers...phew...y'all aren't ready! L.E and McRae are so wise and I just love them! . . . . Find more fun things on this episode by going to anniefdowns.com/podcast. . . . . Sign up to receive the AFD Week In Review email and ask questions to future guests! #thatsoundsfunpodcast . . . . . ...
Episode 408: Jodi Benson (Ariel from The Little Mermaid) on Behind the Scenes at Disney, and Giving God Your Messy Life
September 12, 2022 08:14 - 1 hourYOU GUYS. An actual Disney Princess. Do I have the entire soundtrack of The Little Mermaid currently playing in my head?? YOU KNOW I DO! This conversation with Ariel *ahem* Jodi Benson is so fun! She is an absolute legend (literally) and her new book Part of My World is so good. Jodi shares about her faith journey, making decisions that impact your life and legacy, and how to get through the hard days. . . . . Find more fun things on this episode by going to anniefdowns.com/podcast. . . . ...
Episode 407: Dave Barnes on...Well, Everything!
September 08, 2022 08:16 - 1 hourY'all put your seatbelts on. The one. The only. Dave Barnes is here. We talk about recordings ads for Dadville, Disneyworld, Santa, soccer, books, The Beatles, and of course, his new album Remembering: Greatest Hits Acoustic. Will I actually be opening my porch doors and blasting this album all weekend? YOU BET. . . . . It's not too late to be a Chase the Funner! Sign up HERE as we read through Chase the Fun together. . . . . Sign up to receive the monthly miniBFF newsletter and receive F...
Episode 406: Matthew West on Going Through the Fire as God Stays with Us
September 05, 2022 07:01 - 1 hourOur good friend, Matthew West is in the studio today to share about his new book The God Who Stays. Of course we HAD to talk about Matthew headlining the Ryman and winning at the K-Love Fan Awards. This is your fair warning - the story of Matthew and Lulu at camp mayyy result in LOTS OF TEARS! Ugh! What a great conversation! . . . . Find more fun things on this episode by going to anniefdowns.com/podcast. . . . . Sign up to receive the AFD Week In Review email and ask questions to future ...
Episode 405: Bryan and Katie Torwalt on Worship Music and the Gospels
September 02, 2022 08:10 - 50 minutesWhat an absolute joy to have both Bryan and Katie Torwalt in the studio to talk about hymns and worship music, reading the gospel, and the story of Wouldn't It Be Like You from their first live album I've Got Good News. What a GREAT way to get this holiday weekend kicked off! Get your copy of Read The Gospels Every Month Booklet - Digital Download HERE. . . . . Find more fun things on this episode by going to anniefdowns.com/podcast. . . . . Sign up to receive the AFD Week In Review emai...
Episode 404: Charles Martin on God's Grace in Rescuing
September 01, 2022 08:00 - 1 hourOne of our most frequent guests, Charles Martin, is back in the studio today. SPOILER ALERT - if you haven't read his new book The Record Keeper, go ahead and get your Kindle app open and download the book now! Okay, are you ready to join us for book club? Let's go! (Because of the nature of Charles' novel, we talk about some topics, like human trafficking, that may be painful for you, and too grown-up for my miniBFFs. Please listen with those thoughts in mind.) . . . . Find more fun thing...
Episode 403: Jordan Lee Dooley on Contentment and Pursuing Meaningful Goals
August 29, 2022 07:01 - 1 hourThe dearest Jordan Lee Dooley is back on the show to talk about the life of an entrepreneur, how to create a work day that is most productive for you, and her newest book Embrace Your Almost. This book is so encouraging and inspiring! It's about making the most of the middle and defining success in a world that is constantly saying we should want it all. I don't know about you, but I am here.for.it. I'm just obsessed with Jordan and I can't wait for you to hear today's conversation! Check ou...