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That Sounds Fun with Annie F. Downs

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Christian 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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That Sounds Fun with Annie F. DownsAug 29, 2022

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TSF Advent Series: Tsh Oxenreider

TSF Advent Series: Tsh Oxenreider

As 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.
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Nov 21, 202251:04
Episode 427: Louie Giglio on Fighting Against Worry and Creating Positive Habits to Draw Closer to Jesus

Episode 427: Louie Giglio on Fighting Against Worry and Creating Positive Habits to Draw Closer to Jesus

I 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 this season.

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Nov 17, 202201:04:17
Episode 426: Lysa TerKeurst on Healthy Boundaries and Controlling versus Self-Control

Episode 426: Lysa TerKeurst on Healthy Boundaries and Controlling versus Self-Control

What 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 about! Also, check out our previous episodes with Lysa. Episode 262 about forgiveness and Episode 126 about disappointment.

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Nov 14, 202253:42
Episode 425: Veteran's Day Conversation with Evan and Dr. Jenny Owens about Loving People Well Who are Dealing with Trauma

Episode 425: Veteran's Day Conversation with Evan and Dr. Jenny Owens about Loving People Well Who are Dealing with Trauma

Happy 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 to the nature of the Owens' work, this would be a good one to listen through before any miniBFFs are within earshot.

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Nov 10, 202201:05:23
Episode 424: Pastor Andy Stanley - When the Church and Politics Collide

Episode 424: Pastor Andy Stanley - When the Church and Politics Collide

What 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!

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Nov 07, 202252:43
Episode 423: We The Kingdom on Healing, Friendship, and Authenticity

Episode 423: We The Kingdom on Healing, Friendship, and Authenticity

It'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 future WTK/AFD tour promo in a hot air balloon coming soon to a tour poster near you.

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Nov 03, 202201:02:04
Episode 422: Our Friend, Ginna Claire Mason Moffett, is a Hallmark Christmas Movie Star!

Episode 422: Our Friend, Ginna Claire Mason Moffett, is a Hallmark Christmas Movie Star!

My 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 party plan so we can all watch our girl star in A Holiday Spectacular together!

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Oct 31, 202201:06:46
Episode 421: Jeff Pardo and What Could Have Happened at the Doves?(!)

Episode 421: Jeff Pardo and What Could Have Happened at the Doves?(!)

My 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 the results LIVE on this episode!

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Oct 28, 202251:53
TSF with Mike Kelsey: Being Asian American in the U.S. and the Power of Nunchi with Pastor Mitchel Lee

TSF with Mike Kelsey: Being Asian American in the U.S. and the Power of Nunchi with Pastor Mitchel Lee

I’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 cart after listening to this conversation.

Here’s a playlist with every Mike Kelsey episode of the podcast from the past few years!

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Oct 27, 202201:00:19
TSF with Mike Kelsey: How the Cross Affects a Reconciling Community with Helen Lee

TSF with Mike Kelsey: How the Cross Affects a Reconciling Community with Helen Lee

I’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 Asian American Churches.

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Oct 24, 202201:07:33
Episode 420: Anne Wilson on Loss, Makeup Skills, and Vermont

Episode 420: Anne Wilson on Loss, Makeup Skills, and Vermont

I 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!

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Oct 20, 202255:39
Episode 419: Dr. Diane Langberg on Spiritual Abuse, Identifying Our Own Power, and Hope

Episode 419: Dr. Diane Langberg on Spiritual Abuse, Identifying Our Own Power, and Hope

What 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, so I wanted you to know before you listened so you could care for yourself and your heart well. And, for our #miniBFFs, this show may be a bit much for their little ears.

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Oct 17, 202257:23
Episode 418: Shannan Martin - How Do We Live as Citizens of God’s Kingdom in our Local Communities?

Episode 418: Shannan Martin - How Do We Live as Citizens of God’s Kingdom in our Local Communities?

I'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!

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Oct 13, 202259:01
Episode 417: Richard Foster and Brenda Quinn on the Connection Between Patience, Humility, and the Lakota Calendar

Episode 417: Richard Foster and Brenda Quinn on the Connection Between Patience, Humility, and the Lakota Calendar

We 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 audio isn’t typical TSF quality. We’re sorry about that, but we still wanted to bring you this great conversation!

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Oct 10, 202253:19
Episode 416: Brandon Lake on Mental Health, Healing, and Miracles

Episode 416: Brandon Lake on Mental Health, Healing, and Miracles

SO 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!

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Oct 06, 202255:25
Episode 415: Seth and Heather Thompson Day on Relationships and the Importance of Connection Even When You Want to Give Up

Episode 415: Seth and Heather Thompson Day on Relationships and the Importance of Connection Even When You Want to Give Up

What 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.

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Oct 03, 202257:46
Episode 414: TAYA on Worshiping in Pain and in Waiting

Episode 414: TAYA on Worshiping in Pain and in Waiting

What 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!

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Sep 30, 202201:01:14
Episode 413: Cynt Marshall CEO of the Dallas Mavericks on Navigating Grief, Joy, and Hope

Episode 413: Cynt Marshall CEO of the Dallas Mavericks on Navigating Grief, Joy, and Hope

My 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, we talk about a bit about domestic violence. This topic may be tender to you, so I wanted you to know before you listened so you could care for yourself well. And, for our #miniBFFs, this show may be too grown-up for their little ears.)

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Sep 29, 202239:39
Episode 412: Nona Jones on Comparison and Insecurity

Episode 412: Nona Jones on Comparison and Insecurity

My 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. 

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Sep 26, 202255:14
Episode 411: Chad Veach on Prayer and God's Presence

Episode 411: Chad Veach on Prayer and God's Presence

You 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!

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Sep 22, 202256:52
Raising Boys and Girls Podcast: Welcome to the That Sounds Fun Network!

Raising Boys and Girls Podcast: Welcome to the That Sounds Fun Network!

When 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 learning in the work they do with kids and families on a daily basis at Daystar Counseling Ministries. Talk about a note taking podcast! Here.for.it.

Go subscribe today! A new show launches every Tuesday, so there are episodes ready for you RIGHT NOW

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Sep 20, 202241:48
Episode 410: Katy Nichole on Setting Boundaries and our Mutual Love for Dolly Parton

Episode 410: Katy Nichole on Setting Boundaries and our Mutual Love for Dolly Parton

I 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.

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Sep 19, 202201:05:11
Episode 409: Jon, L.E., & McRae Acuff on Recognizing Broken Soundtracks in Your Teenagers (And Yourself)

Episode 409: Jon, L.E., & McRae Acuff on Recognizing Broken Soundtracks in Your Teenagers (And Yourself)

It'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!

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Sep 15, 202201:11:46
Episode 408: Jodi Benson (Ariel from The Little Mermaid) on Behind the Scenes at Disney, and Giving God Your Messy Life

Episode 408: Jodi Benson (Ariel from The Little Mermaid) on Behind the Scenes at Disney, and Giving God Your Messy Life

YOU 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.

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Sep 12, 202201:00:53
Episode 407: Dave Barnes on...Well, Everything!

Episode 407: Dave Barnes on...Well, Everything!

Y'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.

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Sep 08, 202201:04:13
Episode 406: Matthew West on Going Through the Fire as God Stays with Us

Episode 406: Matthew West on Going Through the Fire as God Stays with Us

Our 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!

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Sep 05, 202201:12:00
Episode 405: Bryan and Katie Torwalt on Worship Music and the Gospels

Episode 405: Bryan and Katie Torwalt on Worship Music and the Gospels

What 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!

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Sep 02, 202245:39
Episode 404: Charles Martin on God's Grace in Rescuing

Episode 404: Charles Martin on God's Grace in Rescuing

One 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.)

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Sep 01, 202201:04:43
Episode 403: Jordan Lee Dooley on Contentment and Pursuing Meaningful Goals

Episode 403: Jordan Lee Dooley on Contentment and Pursuing Meaningful Goals

The 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!

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Aug 29, 202201:01:06
Episode 402: Deborah Liu CEO of Ancestry on Creating Balance at Home and and Being A Powerful Woman at Work

Episode 402: Deborah Liu CEO of Ancestry on Creating Balance at Home and and Being A Powerful Woman at Work

I had the absolute pleasure of chatting with the brilliant and inspiring Deborah Liu. She's the CEO of Ancestry.com and has been a leader at Facebook, PayPal, eBay, THE LIST GOES ON! Deb's new book Take Back Your Power was so impactful for me and this conversation about navigating what work and power means, having forgiveness for yourself, and the difference between a mentor and a sponsor...good gravy. Whether you are a woman at work, or you work with women, or you've ever had a job before, I think you will find this conversation fascinating and empowering.

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Aug 25, 202257:49
That Sounds Fun Network: Welcome Wear We Are!

That Sounds Fun Network: Welcome Wear We Are!

Let's start here: what's a podcast network? Well, the That Sounds Fun Network is an amusement park of podcasts created to entertain, impact, help and bless you and the people you love. So if you love TSF the show, we think and hope you'll love all the shows on the TSF Network.

We are deeply proud of the shows on the TSF Network, and we are very excited about the ones that have joined us in 2022!

We are just thrilled to welcome Wear We Are to our amusement park. Michael and Melissa Wear are just the greatest! We have been looking for a show to join our network that would help navigate our current (and future) political landscape through a faith lens. Hear us today discuss how to navigate faith, politics, and public life, and why joining a network sounded fun to them.

Go subscribe today! A new full show launches every Sunday, and the Morning Five episodes will air each weekday, so there are episodes ready for you RIGHT NOW! 

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Aug 23, 202243:57
Episode 401: Jeff Henderson on Navigating Transitions, Finishing Well, and Personal Integrity When it Comes to Moving On

Episode 401: Jeff Henderson on Navigating Transitions, Finishing Well, and Personal Integrity When it Comes to Moving On

Some of my FAVORITE days are days I get to have a conversation with Jeff Henderson! His new book What To Do Next is perfect for anyone who is in the middle of a transition or is thinking about a transition, whether it's a job, a move to a new city, or any kind of transition (so basically, this book is perfect for EVERYBODY). GAH, he's just the best!

Here's the link to Kevin Queen's sermon we talked about: What Does It Mean To Have A ‘Calling’ On Your Life? | Cross Point Church

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Aug 22, 202259:53
Episode 400: Laney Hayes (Walker’s Wife) Answers Your Questions

Episode 400: Laney Hayes (Walker’s Wife) Answers Your Questions

After our conversation with Walker Hayes and Craig Cooper, co-authors of Glad You're Here, back in May, SO many of asked to have Walker's wife, Laney, on the pod! We sat down and talked about her and Walker's story, the journey of being married to an unbeliever, and so many other good conversations about faith, family, life, and friendship.

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Aug 18, 202201:03:26
Episode 399: Sharon Hodde Miller + The Cost of Control

Episode 399: Sharon Hodde Miller + The Cost of Control

Is the first 10 minutes of this episode straight up Disney talk? YES.IT.IS. Are Sharon Hodde Miller and I going to start a Disney+Jesus Podcast? MAYBE. My sweet friend, Sharon is back in the studio today to talk about her new book The Cost of Control. Get ready, guys. The conversation about the illusion of control and tolerating uncertainty...PREPARE THE NOTEBOOKS!

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Aug 15, 202201:09:15
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Aug 14, 202202:46
Episode 398: Manda Carpenter + Soul Care to Save Your Life

Episode 398: Manda Carpenter + Soul Care to Save Your Life

Oh I'm so happy that my friend, Manda Carpenter, is joining us in the studio today! Her book Soul Care to Save Your Life is deeply honest and venerable. Manda teaches us about shame, confession, and how healing bearing your soul to one person can be. Oof. This is one feels special.

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Aug 11, 202201:02:27
Episode 397: Coach Tony & Lauren Dungy + Uncommon Influence

Episode 397: Coach Tony & Lauren Dungy + Uncommon Influence

Y'all know I can get FIRED UP when we talk sports on the pod. What an absolute joy to get to talk with Coach Tony Dungy and his amazing wife, Lauren. Their new book Uncommon Influence: Saying Yes to a Purposeful Life is inspiring and powerful. This conversation about prayer and serving in our communities is SO good! Their story as foster parents gave me all.the.feels. You are going to love them and their new book!

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Aug 08, 202201:00:29
Episode 396: Ainsley Britain
Aug 04, 202201:08:01
TSF Q&A: Fun Coaching

TSF Q&A: Fun Coaching

Today on the show, we're celebrating the release of my new 100-day devotional Chase the Fun! My GRACIOUS, I'm excited for you to hear this episode. Fun Coaching is much like life coaching, but with a fun twist! I had the absolute privilege to help some of my friends (listeners like YOU) through some of the things that may be holding them back from finding the fun that's all around them. Meeting new friends and talking about fun - what could be better?!

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Aug 01, 202201:22:44
TSF Tour LIVE: Eddie Kaufholz and Bianca Olthoff

TSF Tour LIVE: Eddie Kaufholz and Bianca Olthoff

Live from the That Sounds Fun Coast to Coast Tour stops in Baltimore and Inland Empire, here are my conversations with Eddie Kaufholz and Bianca Olthoff.

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Jul 28, 202201:00:57
TSF Tour LIVE: Micah Tyler and Danielle Walker

TSF Tour LIVE: Micah Tyler and Danielle Walker

Live from the That Sounds Fun Coast to Coast Tour stops in Columbus and Eastvale, here are my conversations with Micah Tyler and Danielle Walker.

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Jul 25, 202201:09:48
TSF Tour LIVE: Paula Faris and Michael Wear

TSF Tour LIVE: Paula Faris and Michael Wear

Live from the That Sounds Fun Coast to Coast Tour stops in Greenville and Philadelphia, here are my conversations with Paula Faris and Michael Wear.

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Jul 21, 202201:02:09
TSF Tour LIVE: Dustin Nickerson and Jamie Ivey

TSF Tour LIVE: Dustin Nickerson and Jamie Ivey

Live from the That Sounds Fun Coast to Coast Tour stops in Phoenix and Denver, here are my conversations with Dustin Nickerson and Jamie Ivey.

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Jul 18, 202259:33
TSF Tour LIVE: Sophie Hudson and Jennie and Levi Lusko

TSF Tour LIVE: Sophie Hudson and Jennie and Levi Lusko

Live from the That Sounds Fun Coast to Coast Tour stops in Marietta and Seattle, here are my conversations with Sophie Hudson and Jennie and Levi Lusko.

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Jul 14, 202201:03:21
TSF Tour LIVE: Carlos Whittaker and Liz Bohannon

TSF Tour LIVE: Carlos Whittaker and Liz Bohannon

Live from the That Sounds Fun Coast to Coast Tour stops in Tampa and Portland, here are my conversations with Carlos Whittaker and Liz Bohannon!

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Jul 11, 202256:20
Rest Hard

Rest Hard

We talk about sabbath a lot here. For the next couple of weeks, our team is taking some much-needed time off and we wanted to invite you to take a little break and a moment of quiet, to rest too.

And so, this week, rather than episodes on Monday and Thursday, we’d just like to invite you to rest, to take a podcast sabbath if you will, with us. There will be regularly scheduled episodes again next week, but for today and Thursday, let’s use the time we’d normally spend listening to That Sounds Fun as an opportunity to worship and rest.

Jul 04, 202203:12
Episode 395: Zachary Levi + Radical Love

Episode 395: Zachary Levi + Radical Love

Yes, friends, you read that right. Zachary Levi (AHEM...THE Zac Levi) is here to talk about his new book Radical Love. Did our entire office have a fangirl moment?? YES WE DID. Zac and I had a great conversation about mental health, being an enneagram 7 (we bonded), and so much more! Y'all, go out and grab yourself a copy of his new book! 

(And FYI, Zac uses a bit of stronger language, so let’s put a PG13 label on this one? May be best to listen without #miniBFFs in earshot.)

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Jun 30, 202243:29
That Sounds Fun Network: Welcome Deck The Hallmark!

That Sounds Fun Network: Welcome Deck The Hallmark!

Let's start here: what's a podcast network? Well, the That Sounds Fun Network is an amusement park of podcasts created to entertain, impact, help and bless you and the people you love. So if you love TSF the show, we think and hope you'll love all the shows on the TSF Network.

We are deeply proud of the shows on the TSF Network, and we are very excited about the ones that will be joining in 2022!

Christmas has come early this year, my friends! We are just thrilled to welcome Deck The Hallmark to our amusement park. The guys who run this show are HILARIOUS and kind and so likeable and honestly, who doesn't need a little Hallmark talk in their daily lives? Hear us today discuss how this whole thing started, why joining a network sounded fun to them, and some HOT TAKES on Christmas in July movies. (Also, Brendan Penny... we love you.)

Go subscribe today! A new show launches every DAY (welcome to Christmas in July!) so there are episodes ready for you RIGHT NOW! 

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Jun 28, 202236:49
Episode 394: Alexa PenaVega + What If Love Is the Point?

Episode 394: Alexa PenaVega + What If Love Is the Point?

I'm so happy to talk to my new friend, Alexa PenaVega, on the podcast about moving her family to Hawaii, her marriage with husband, Carlos PenaVega, their new book What If Love Is the Point? (that releases TOMORROW!), hearing God, the power of rest, going on tour, the list goes on! Ya'll! Alexa is so open and honest. This conversation is one of my favorites.

(And FYI we jump into some pretty deep conversation about some topics, like sex, marriage, and disordered eating. These topics may be tender to you, so I wanted you to know before you listened so you could care for yourself well. And, for our #miniBFFs, this show may be a bit much for their little ears.)

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Jun 27, 202201:00:55
Episode 393: Andy Crouch + The Life We're Looking For

Episode 393: Andy Crouch + The Life We're Looking For

One of my heroes in the faith space, Andy Crouch, is here to speak into our lives about when tech and faith culture meet. When we started taking about building a life where we don't need anybody....PHEW! That one got me. This is such a great conversation, ya'll. And Andy's new book, The Life We're Looking For is definitely one to add to your reading list!

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Jun 23, 202201:01:26