Best BeRea Podcasts (2026)

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Episode 284- The Testimony of Shan Morgan- A Life Carried By Grace 1:05:50

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In this deeply moving testimony episode, I sit down with my friend Shan Morgan to trace the quiet, resilient faith that carried her through childhood loss, trauma, and profound grief. Shan shares her earliest memories of encountering Jesus in the aftermath of her father’s sudden death, the stabilizing influence of faithful aunts, and the long road …

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Founder of Berea’s bell hooks center M. Shadee Malaklou on love, justice, and radical inclusion 33:59

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As the Festival of Faiths highlights its theme of “Sacred Belonging,” Berea College professor and bell hooks center founder M. Shadee Malaklou reflects on hooks’ legacy and the practice of radical inclusion.

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As the Winter Olympics approach, Louisville curlers gear up for a new season 15:38

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The countdown to the Winter Olympics is on, and one of the sports that tends to turn heads is curling. It’s the one that involves sliding stones and vigorous ice sweeping. And there’s a curling club right here in Louisville. Derby City Curling Club has painted its ice and started the new season, getting the arena ready for anyone who wants to try i…

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Reflections on the life and legacy of Louisville cardiologist Dr. Kelly McCants 24:04

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In late November, Dr. Kelly McCants, a prominent Louisville heart doctor and health equity advocate, died at the age of 50. Russ Cox, CEO of Norton Healthcare, joins us today to discuss McCants’ work addressing healthcare disparities and how his legacy will continue.

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Episode 283- When the Bible Comes Alive: Learning Scripture Through Hebrew with Sarah Fisher 1:00:23

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In this episode of The Burros of Berea, I sit down with Sarah Fisher, the mind and heart behind HebrewWordLessons.com, for one of the most thoughtful and refreshing conversations we have had in a long time. Sarah shares her personal faith journey, how a late-in-life awakening led her to the Hebrew language, and why studying Scripture through its or…

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Episode 282- An Interview with Nathan Ward- Cohost of The Pret-Souls Study Group 1:04:43

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Merry Christmas Burros of Berea listeners! This conversation with Nathan Ward is one of the most heartfelt and grounded testimonies ever shared on The Burros of Berea. What begins as a friendly introduction quickly unfolds into a deeply moving story centered on legacy, faith, and the quiet power of lived Christianity. Nathan’s reflections on his gr…

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Krampus comes to Louisville with folklore, artistry, and a growing community 13:23

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It’s the holiday season, a time when we hear a lot about warmth, charity, and joy. If you’re good, maybe Saint Nick will bring you something from your wish list. But there’s also something darker that lives in the shadow of the season for anyone who misbehaves. It’s a half-goat, half-demon creature known as Krampus.LPM’s Ayisha Jaffer speaks with S…

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New Louisville Free Public Library director talks library vision and cozy winter reads 16:46

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Louisville Free Public Library’s new executive director, Heather Lowe, shares her journey into this new role, her hopes for the library, and a few cozy reading recommendations for the winter season.

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Episode 281- Let's Talk Christmas Movies with Gary DeMar- 2025 Edition 58:26

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Merry Christmas!!! After having so much fun last year, I am joined once again by my good friend and mentor Gary DeMar for our second annual Christmas movie conversation. What began as a simple holiday movie list quickly turned into a deep exploration of film history, wartime culture, hidden biblical themes in classic cinema, and several forgotten a…

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A new animal care campus hopes to relieve Kentucky’s overcrowded shelters and vet shortages 25:36

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As Kentucky faces rising need for pet care and support, the leader of the Kentucky Humane Society discusses how a new service center could reshape care for pets and families.

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Episode 280- An Interview with Cameron and Toni Driver- Sing Unto Him a New Song 43:49

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Hey Burros of Berea listeners! Have I got a treat for you today! Cameron and Toni Driver sat down with me to talk about the exciting music that Toni has been making with the use of AI song generation tools. After years of being a Southern Baptist and taught Dispensationalism most of her life, she heard the news that Jesus Christ fulfilled his promi…

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Americana seeks financial strength as it serves Louisville's immigrant community 17:06

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Americana Community Center has served Louisville’s refugee and immigrant communities for over 30 years. Last month, the nonprofit hired Ricky Santiago to be its new executive director.Santiago talks with LPM about the financial challenges Americana has weathered, his hopes for future sustainability, and the resurgence he believes the organization i…

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Episode 279- In Memoriam: Re-Release of Glenn Hill's Testimony 59:41

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On Monday, December 1st, 2025, our friend Glenn Hill went home to be with the Lord. Today we are re-releasing his testimony episode to honor his memory and to do what he always wanted to do, tell people about Jesus Christ. There are people you meet in this life who leave a quiet, unmistakable mark on your soul. Glenn Hill was one of those people fo…

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Season 9 Episode 4 - A Word For The Bros 52:30

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Join us as we reflect on the recent incidents in Leicester University. Femi, Louis and Zoe share thoughts on how the gospel speaks to both the victims and perpetrators of bullying, and why older Christian men are so valuable to the church. Sign up to our mailing list : ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.tinyurl.com/blackberea⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ The Black Berea podcast is host…

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Kentuckians face rising costs while wages stay stagnant 14:42

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Across Kentucky, families are feeling the squeeze as the cost of living keeps rising, while wages have barely moved.We spoke with Jason Bailey, the founder and executive director of the Kentucky Center for Economic Policy, a progressive think tank, about what’s driving essential costs up across Kentucky, and what we should be watching as we head in…

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The Sabbath Day, Exodus 20:8-11, 31:12-16, December 7, 2025, COGIC Legacy SS Edition, Lesson-1 27:49

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Have you ever found yourself in a conversation about the Sabbath Day—what it means, what we can or cannot do, and whether it falls on Saturday or Sunday? In today’s lesson, “The Sabbath Day,” we will explore what God declared as the Sabbath, the purpose behind its creation, how it was given to the children of Israel, and how its significance carrie…

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Episode 278- My Interview w/ TBN Contributor and Author, David A. Holland 1:08:40

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I sit down with author and teacher David A. Holland, whose devotional Praying Grace has now reached hundreds of thousands of readers. Many of you discovered him through his appearance in TBN’s Praise on the Revelation in the Past? episode and YouTube video as well as the God With Us documentary, and this conversation goes even deeper. David opens u…

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How multigenerational learning can help close Kentucky's literacy gap 24:34

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November is Family Literacy Month — a chance to focus on how families, schools and communities support reading. Here in Louisville, Felicia C. Smith, president and CEO of the National Center for Families Learning, leads two-generation literacy work that connects adults and children.We spoke with Smith about the state of literacy in Kentucky, what f…

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Sunday School Lesson: Acts 18:1-21 Teaching God’s Word - Lesson 13 – November 30, 2025 33:09

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Has God ever lifted your spirits when people pushed back against what you were teaching? Today's Lesson, "Teaching God's Word", shows us how Paul was encouraged by the Lord, giving him the courage to keep sharing the message.

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Louisville Jamaican eatery helps those impacted by Hurricane Melissa 20:10

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Janice Clarke opened a Jamaican restaurant Elliment in downtown Louisville earlier this year, and it’s already become a gathering spot and resource for Louisville’s Jamaican community.Last month, Clarke’s native country of Jamaica was devastated by Hurricane Melissa, the strongest recorded hurricane to ever hit the island country. We talked with he…

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Season 9 Episode 3 - Don't Mix up The (Baby) Formula 48:25

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Zoe, Mary, and Louis discuss the recent viral 'Baby Formula Experiment', unpacking what it might reveal about compassion within the church. They also explore what the Bible teaches about generosity, practical giving, and caring for those in need. Sign up to our mailing list : ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.tinyurl.com/blackberea⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ The Black Berea podcast is…

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Episode 277- Rick and Elaine Ray Clark Discuss Genesis 44:27

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Elaine Ray Clark joins Rick Welch to share her unique view of Genesis and how it overlays the rest of scripture. If you'd like to support this podcast or gain access to exclusive content and videos, please visit our Patreon page at: www.patreon.com/theburrosofberea Thanks for listening!

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Thessalonica, Berea, and Athens, Acts17:1-4, 10-12, 22-25,28, Nov. 23, 2025, COGIC Legacy Sunday School Edition, Lesson 12 40:42

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Thessalonica, Berea, and Athens, Acts17:1-4, 10-12, 22-25,28, Nov. 23, 2025, COGIC Legacy Sunday School Edition, Lesson 12 Sometimes, you just have to have that come to Jesus moment with people who just doesn't get it. In today's Lesson, "Thessalonica, Berea, and Athens", we'll take a look at the opposition Paul faced with the Jewish leaders, and h…

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A Louisville nonprofit helps bridge the gap between food insecurity and access 16:20

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Unlike a lot of places in greater Louisville, access to groceries in west Louisville can be difficult, especially for those who don’t have their own transportation.Since 2019, the nonprofit Change Today, Change Tomorrow has worked to narrow the gap between needing food and having access to it. We talk with Taylor Ryan, the organization’s founder an…

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Episode 276- An Interview with Theologian and Author, Michael Bull 1:18:10

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G'day Mates! I hope you enjoy this interview as much as I did! Michael Bull is an Australian author, theologian, and graphic designer based in the Blue Mountains west of Sydney. He is the creator and editor of The Bible Matrix, a project exploring the literary and structural “DNA” of Scripture through chiastic and typological patterns that he belie…

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The only hospital in west Louisville celebrates its first year of being open 15:01

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Until a year ago, Louisville’s West End hadn’t had a hospital in 150 years. But last November, Norton West Louisville Hospital opened its doors and has since provided care to thousands of patients. Corenza Townsend, the hospital’s chief administrative officer, helped plan the hospital from the start. We talk with her about how the first year has go…

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SS Lesson 11, Nov. 16, 2025 "From Derbe to Philippi" Acts 16:1-15 33:34

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Have you ever had your winning plan all together only to have the Holy Spirit put a jimmy wrench in it? In today's lesson, "From Derbe to Philippi", we'll take a look at Paul& Silas' journey and how the Holy Spirit re-directed them because the was some people on the other side waiting for them.

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Episode 275- I Lost 100lbs with MarChessa Taylor 1:05:38

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Rick Welch sits down with his Holistic Nutritional Life Coach, MarChessa Taylor to discuss his weight loss journey, how he's down over 100 lbs after a year and a half, and how learning about nutrition, health and wellness, as well as discussing our faith in practice was crucial to his success. To learn more about MarChessa Taylor, please visit her …

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Louisville Grows talks fall composting 20:34

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It’s the end of the growing season, when pumpkins shrivel on porches and leaves blanket our yards. But instead of sending that fall waste to the landfill, gardeners can turn it into something useful.Seamus Allman is the urban horticulture manager at Louisville Grows, where he helps residents care for community gardens and build healthier soil.We sp…

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God Makes No Distinction, November 9, 2025, Acts 15:1-12, COGIC Legacy Edition Sunday School Lesson 10 40:22

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God Makes No Distinction, November 9, 2025, Acts 15:1-12, COGIC Legacy Edition Sunday School Lesson 10Have you ever played sports where everyone on the team got a trophy regardless? In today's Lesson, "God Makes no Distinction" We will take a closer look at how God levels the playing field, as it relates to Salvation. #sundayschool #salvation #grac…

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Louisville nonprofit aims to support children in South Sudan 18:25

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Louisville-based nonprofit Nile Orphan Care is working to help hundreds of orphans in South Sudan, a country that’s experienced decades of conflict and civil war.

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Episode 274-Kirk B. R. Woller Interview- The Man Behind Gaius- The Chosen 1:02:29

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For any fans of the global phenomenon series, The Chosen, this episode will be a treat for you! I sit down with Kirk B. R. Woller, the actor who portrays, Gaius, the Roman centurion. Kirk is a classically trained American actor whose career spans more than three decades and over 170 film and television credits. Known for his roles in Minority Repor…

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Works & Grace (pt.2) #274 13:30

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1. Introduction 2. Grace vs. Works 3. Scriptural Foundation: Ephesians 2:8-9 4. Sacrifice or Investment? 5. Matthew 19:29—The Promise of Reward 6. Eternal Life: The Ultimate Reward 7. The First Will Be Last, and the Last First 8. Who Are the First and Last? 9. Peter’s Question: “What’s in it for us?” 10. Motivation for Service 11. No One Can Boast …

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Works & Grace (pt.1) #273 8:27

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1. Introduction 2. Setting the Stage: The Key Proverb 3. Initial Reflections on “The Last Will Be First” 4. Supporting Teachings from Jesus 5. Attitude Over Accomplishment or Seniority 6. The Parable’s Core Message 7. Circular Nature of the Saying Scriptures Referenced Reference Context in Podcast Matthew 19:30; 20:16 “The last will be first, and t…

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Putting money in the wallets of women: How one Louisville entrepreneur is building economic sisterhood 30:26

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October is Women’s Small Business Month, and here in Louisville, Amanda Dare has built a platform that celebrates women-led shops year-round. She's the founder of Woman-Owned Wallet Feminist Gift Shop in NuLu and creator of the Woman-Owned Walking Tour — a map that highlights local businesses owned by women.LPM's Ayisha Jaffer spoke with Amanda abo…

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Season 9 Episode 2 - The Hallelujah Episode 1:01:12

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The BB Team share thoughts on the recent news concerning Rapper Ghetts, before discussing whether they would partake in the Hallelujah challenge. Sign up to our mailing list : ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.tinyurl.com/blackberea⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ The Black Berea podcast is hosted by a vibrant group of Black Christians from the City of London. Join us for regular commentary …

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Prayer Workers - Acts 12:1-11 25:10

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King Herod Agrippa I executed James by the sword and had Peter arrested and imprisoned. In today’s lesson, “Prayer Works,” we’ll explore how the church responded in faith—and how Peter reacted when God opened the way for his escape.

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Episode 273- Introducing The Pret-Souls 1:18:13

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Rick Welch and Rick Carter joined up with Judson Noel, Casey Lynch, Nathan Ward, and Dan Shirk for a Wednesday Night Men's Group this past summer. Little did we all know that it would develop into a podcast of its very own titled, The Pret-Souls. We are a little bit salty, a little bit fluffy, and definitely a little twisted. This was our first eve…

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Kentucky’s Bats Are Vital, Vulnerable and Often Misunderstood 20:54

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It’s Halloween season, when bats appear in holiday decorations and spooky stories. But beyond their eerie reputation, bats are year-round neighbors in Kentucky and a vital part of our environment.Matthew Springer is an associate extension professor of wildlife management at the University of Kentucky. His work focuses on wildlife ecology, human-wil…

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Lesson 8 * October 26, 2025 “Trusting The Spirit”- Acts 11:1–18 21:21

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Lesson 8 * October 26, 2025 “Trusting The Spirit”- Acts 11:1–18. Today we’ll reflect on how Peter faced questions from the Jewish leaders after his bold decision to engage with the Gentiles—those traditionally seen as unclean—and how this moment challenged old boundaries.

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Episode 272- An Interview with Gary DeMar and the Three Question Controversy 1:02:14

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I had the opportunity to sit down with the president of American Vision, Gary DeMar to discuss what he's been doing lately. He gets into the three question controversy as well as the difficulties of people trying to get him excommunicated out of his own church. If you'd like to gain access to our exclusive content and videos, please become a subscr…

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Helping mothers thrive amid birthing care gaps 36:27

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In Louisville, access to prenatal and postpartum care is still a challenge for many families. One leader working to close those gaps is Shemika Whiteside, Executive Director of Zora’s Cradle, where she helps families with everything from milk and diapers to housing, therapy, and advocacy.

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2BUCK Invitational Graffiti Jam Gives Louisville A Makeover 15:12

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The event has expanded from a grassroots graffiti jam to a festival hosting more than 170 artists, raising the city’s profile in the street art community.

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Saul Earns Credibility- Acts- Acts 9:19b-31 31:42

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Saul Earns Credibility, Acts 9:19b-31, October 12, 2025, COGIC Legacy Edition Sunday School Lesson 6In today's lesson, "Saul Earns Credibility", we will take a look at the transformative life of Saul, "The "Way" Slayer, the man who thought Saul was worth vouching for, and the impact Sauls' transformation had on the community.…