Best Greg Vaughn Podcasts (2025)

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062. Jason Ellis, Ryan Shaner, Greg Stone | Regrets 2:00:38

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Comedians Jason Ellis, Ryan Shaner, & Greg Stone go head-to-head with Big Jay Oakerson & Luis J. Gomez in an episode of Story Warz that's all about REGRETS. Who spent the night with someone who they thought was Sandra Bullock? Who had a friend's mom overhear them freestyling a rap song about her? And who once called Michael Bolton Rod Stewart to hi…

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Ep 114: “Embodied Healing: Finding God in Body and Breath” with Nicole Boutros Melrose 44:16

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What if healing your body is also a way of healing your faith? In this episode of POD Strangely Warmed, Rev. Daniel Hawkins sits down with Nicole Melrose of Conventional Wisdom to explore how embodiment, breath, and spiritual awareness help us reconnect with God and one another. Nicole shares how slowing down, tuning in, and understanding our own n…

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061. Robert Kelly, Paul Virzi, Sean Donnelly | Sickness 1:28:17

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Comedians Robert Kelly, Paul Virzi, & Sean Donnelly go head-to-head with Big Jay Oakerson & Luis J. Gomez in an episode of Story Warz that's all about SICKNESS. Who got arrested in a hospital parking lot while doing donuts in a blizzard? Who was told as a child that they had a disease that would keep them from ever playing sports at a high level? A…

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060. Mike Cannon, Kevin Clancy, Noel Leon | Fall 1:41:20

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Comedians Mike Cannon, Kevin Clancy, & Noel Leon go head-to-head with Big Jay Oakerson & Luis J. Gomez in an episode of Story Warz that's all about FALL. Who watched the same movie every day until they fell in love with the main character? Who adopted a dog while blackout drunk? And who literally fell down a well? Find out all this and plenty more,…

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“Every Child, Every Day: Churches Supporting Schools” with Robert Grinsfelder and Tabitha Branum 42:50

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How can churches and schools work together to make a lasting difference in the lives of kids? In this week’s episode of POD Strangely Warmed, Rev. Daniel Hawkins sits down with Tabitha Branum, District Superintendent of Richardson ISD, and Robert Grinsfelder, co-leader of the Children First ministry at First UMC Richardson. Together, they share how…

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059. Ron Bennington, Ian Fidance, & LeMaire Lee | Neighbors 1:36:24

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Comedians Ron Bennington, Ian Fidance, & LeMaire Lee go head-to-head with Big Jay Oakerson & Luis J. Gomez in an episode of Story Warz that's all about NEIGHBORS. Who witnessed their pregnant twelve year old old neighbor playing Double Dutch at 3am? Who was woken up by a family member to watch their neighbor's body be dragged from his home after a …

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058. Ryan Long, Monroe Martin, & Scott Chaplain | Loss 1:33:28

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Comedians Ryan Long, Monroe Martin, & Scott Chaplain go head-to-head with Big Jay Oakerson & Luis J. Gomez in an episode of Story Warz that's all about LOSS. Who turned on their friends when their phone went missing for a few minutes? Who got jumped by family members in the middle of the night in a suburban neighborhood? And who keeps a dead family…

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More Than a Game: CJ Watson on Making It in the NBA and Finding Purpose After Basketball 29:15

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Send us a text Former NBA point guard CJ Watson shares his journey from going undrafted to making his mark in the league, the mindset it took to stay ready, and how he’s redefining success after basketball. A conversation about perseverance, purpose, and life beyond the game.By Greg Vaughn, James Harris, Mitsu Miyagi and Josh Polistico

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“Faith at Work in Film: Light of the World” with Greg Lyons 36:15

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What does it mean to live out your faith in one of the most competitive industries in the world? In this episode of Pod Strangely Warmed, we sit down with Greg Lyons, a film producer and member of First UMC Richardson, to talk about vocation, creativity, and how following Jesus shapes a career in Hollywood. Greg also shares the story behind Light o…

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057. Josh Wolf, Pete Lee, & Valerie Vaughn | Art 1:50:45

1M ago1:50:45

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Comedians Josh Wolf and Pete Lee and Kill Tony's Valerie Vaugh go head-to-head with Big Jay Oakerson & Luis J. Gomez in an ART themed episode of Story Warz! Who clogged the toilet at the Museum of Natural History? Who visited the same art museum over one hundred times but only went inside once? And who broke an art piece in hotel and then spent the…

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“We Are One Community: Immigration, Grace, and Belonging” with Rev. Amy Spaur & Rev. Faiana Prescott Funaki 40:01

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Immigration isn’t just about policy — it’s about people, families, and faith. In this episode of POD Strangely Warmed, Rev. Daniel Hawkins sits down with Rev. Amy Spaur and Rev. Faiana Prescott Funaki to share stories that highlight the lived realities of immigration within the church. Together they reflect on how communities of faith live with cou…

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056. Jamie Kennedy, Katherine Blanford, & Craig Conant | Balls 1:57:26

1M ago1:57:26

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Comedians Jamie Kennedy, Katherine Blanford, & Craig Conant go head-to-head with Big Jay Oakerson & Luis J. Gomez LIVE at The Comedy Store in Los Angeles, in an episode of Story Warz that's all about BALLS! Who threw a chair at their boss? Who snuck into an Olympic opening ceremony? And who experienced a DIY testicle waxing? Find out all this and p…

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055. Sam Tripoli, Mayhem Miller, & Josh Potter | Women 1:55:58

2M ago1:55:58

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Comedians Sam Tripoli and Josh Potter along with MMA legend Jason "Mayhem" Miller go head-to-head with Big Jay Oakerson & Luis J. Gomez LIVE at The Comedy Store in Los Angeles, in an episode of Story Warz that's all about WOMEN! Who got catfished by a large Asian women? Who got robbed by two women whilst distracted by their friend? And who was once…

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“Not-So-New Appointments: One Year In” with Rev. Ramiro Rodriguez and Rev. Johnny Brower 38:30

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A year ago, Rev. Johnny Brower of First UMC Hurst and Rev. Ramiro Rodriguez of City Point UMC joined Rev. Daniel Hawkins to share what they were excited about and how they were stepping into leadership in their first weeks at new churches. Now they’re back — 13 months later — to reflect on the wins, the struggles, the surprises, and what they’ve le…

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054. Patton Oswalt, Adam Carolla, & Jason Mewes | Day Jobs 1:49:41

2M ago1:49:41

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Comedians Patton Oswalt, Adam Carolla, & Jason Mewes go head-to-head with Big Jay Oakerson & Luis J. Gomez in a "Day Jobs" themed episode of Story Warz recorded LIVE at The Comedy Store in Los Angeles, California! Whose job at a video rental business saved his family from the "do not rent" list? Who answered phones at a warehouse for adult toys? An…

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053. Josh Barnett, Sarah Tollemache & Tristan Bowling | Happiness 2:13:27

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Comedians Josh Barnett, Sarah Tollemache & Tristan Bowling go head-to-head with Big Jay Oakerson & Luis J. Gomez in a HAPPINESS themed episode of Story Warz! Who spent years smiling through a painful hemorrhoid? Who mistook a group with special needs as sloppy drunks? And who got kicked out of a Mexican strip club? Find out all this and plenty more…

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"New Appointments and Family Rhythms" with Rev. David Lessner and Rev. Dr. Edgar Bazan 47:50

2M ago47:50

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When a pastor is appointed to a new church, the whole family feels the shift. In this episode of POD Strangely Warmed, Rev. Daniel Hawkins is joined by Rev. Dr. Edgar Bazan and Rev. David Lessner as they share how they’ve stepped into new ministry contexts while keeping their families rooted in familiar communities. They reflect on what it means to…

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052. Yakov Smirnoff, Brendan Sagalow & Rachel Wolfson | Violence 1:28:50

2M ago1:28:50

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Comedians Yakov Smirnoff, Brendan Sagalow & Rachel Wolfson go head-to-head with Big Jay Oakerson & Luis J. Gomez in a VIOLENCE themed episode of Story Warz! Who witnessed a fistfight between two uncles on Christmas Eve? Who used their bleeding gums as a prank against a significant other? And who had the guts to confront their sibling's bully? Find …

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051. Brian Redban, Kurt Metzger & Tommy Pope | Money 1:36:41

3M ago1:36:41

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Comedians Brian Redban, Kurt Metzger & Tommy Pope join a show full of Money stories! Who got caught committing a credit card scam? Who sold their comic book collection to pay for an abortion? Whose family thought they won a million dollars? All this and more on an all new Story Warz! Original Air Date: 07.21.25 Support our sponsors! Check out YoKra…

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“Connections that Multiply” with Rev. Stacey Piyakhun and Rev. Kissa Vaughn 40:47

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This week on Pod Strangely Warmed, host Rev. Daniel Hawkins is joined by Rev. Stacey Piyakhun and Rev. Kissa Vaughn of St. Barnabas UMC in Arlington for a conversation about what it means to be deeply intentional with the community around them. From midweek worship and preschool partnerships to third-grade reading mentors and Thursday lunches for 4…

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050. Jeff Ross, Bonnie McFarlane & KP Burke | Fun 1:33:09

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Comedians Jeff Ross, Bonnie McFarlane & KP Burke face off in a Fun themed episode. Who was kicked out of a comedy club for making love in the green room? Who had an inappropriate encounter at a Pearl Jam concert as a teen? Find out all this and plenty more, all on this week's episode of Story Warz ------------------ Original Air Date: 07/14/25 ----…

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“Hospitality that Multiplies” with Rev. Stacey Piyakhun and Rev. Dr. Keith Somerville 30:00

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This week on POD Strangely Warmed, we continue our series alongside the Multiplication Masterclasses with Hospitality that Multiplies. Host Rev. Daniel Hawkins is joined by Rev.  Stacey Piyakhun and Rev. Dr. Keith Somerville, Senior Pastor at The Village in DeSoto, to explore how intentional language, self-kindness, and authentic community create s…

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Former MLS & Premiere League Star Jay Demerit talks career & what he does to give back to the sport 53:50

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Send us a text On today's episode we are joined by former MLS and Premier League Soccer Player Jay Demerit! Together with MLB Star Greg Vaughn and Josh Polistico, Jay shares his whole experiences in growing up in Greenbay,Wisconsin, the whole experience playing in the MLS all the way to the English Premier League, and most of all how he gives back …

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049. Steve Byrne, Dusty Slay, & Dave Smith | Drinking 1:32:11

3M ago1:32:11

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Comedians Steve Byrne, Dusty Slay, & Dave Smith go head-to-head with Big Jay Oakerson & Luis J. Gomez in a DRINKING themed episode of Story Warz! Who cut school to go to court for underage drinking? Who drove their car across the lawn at a high school party? And who fought a black guy the first time they drank tequila? Find out all this and plenty …

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048. Kam Patterson, Vinny Guadagnino, & Mike Feeney | Danger 1:33:31

3M ago1:33:31

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Comedians Kam Patterson, Vinny Guadagnino, & Mike Feeney go head-to-head with Big Jay Oakerson & Luis J. Gomez in an DANGER themed episode of Story Warz! Who once visited a new baby at a trap house? Who went down a halfpipe on a rented city bike? And who refused to deliver newspapers to the projects? Find out all this and plenty more all on this we…

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“Relationships That Multiply” with Rev. Stacey Piyakhun and Rev. Armando Alvarado 41:35

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This episode kicks off a new series tied to the Horizon Texas Conference’s Multiplication Masterclass, From Visit to Belonging. Host Rev. Daniel Hawkins is joined by Rev. Stacey Piyakhun and Rev. Armando Alvarado from the conference’s Multiplication Team for a conversation about what really helps guests become part of a church community. With real …

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“Rooted and Resilient” with Dr. Tod Bolsinger 35:04

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Recorded live at the inaugural Annual Conference of the Horizon Texas Conference, this episode features a powerful conversation with keynote speaker Tod Bolsinger. Known for his work on adaptive leadership and church resilience, Tod goes beyond his keynote address to dive deeper into the challenges and opportunities facing today’s church leaders. F…

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047. Jim Norton, Bryan Callen, & Tim Butterly | The Seven Deadly Sins 1:34:58

4M ago1:34:58

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Comedians Jim Norton, Bryan Callen, & Tim Butterly go head-to-head with Big Jay Oakerson & Luis J. Gomez in a "Seven Deadly Sins" themed episode recorded LIVE at The Comedy Mothership in Austin, Texas! Who was screamed at after staring at a woman in a bikini by a pool? Who once broke both hands punching drywall? And who lashed out in anger by throw…

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The Untold Scot Pollard Story: NBA Career, Reality TV & How health became the utmost of importance 59:22

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Send us a text On today's episode we are joined by NBA Veteran Scot Pollard! Alongside MLB Star Greg Vaugh and Josh Polistico, they discuss his experiences in the NBA, his hometown in San Diego, how his life changed before, during and after his NBA Career and most importantly how health, being the utmost of importance, affects the family. After 11 …

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“Resilient Leadership” with Bishop Delores Williamston and Bishop Ruben Saenz 37:34

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In this special episode of POD Strangely Warmed, host Rev. Daniel Hawkins sits down with Bishop Ruben Saenz Jr. and Bishop Delores Williamston, Bishop of the Louisiana Conference of the United Methodist Church. Recorded during the first Annual Conference of the Horizon Texas Conference, this conversation explores what it means to lead with resilien…

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046. Steve Rannazzisi, Lev Fer, & Xia Anderson | The Internet 1:30:19

4M ago1:30:19

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Steve Rannazzisi, Lev Fer, & Xia Anderson go head-to-head with Big Jay Oakerson & Luis J. Gomez in an "internet" themed episode of Story Warz! Who uses chat GPT to have pre arguments with their significant other? Who has used the public computers in hotels to watch adult content? And who gave their address to a ped*phile in exchange for trading car…

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"The First Horizon Texas Annual Conference 2025" 34:06

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This week marked our very first Annual Conference. In this special episode of POD Strangely Warmed, Rev. Daniel Hawkins brings you conversations from across the connection: youth delegates, newly ordained clergy, and conference leaders—including Bishop Ruben Saenz Jr.—all reflect on the spirit and significance of this historic moment. From stories …

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045. Jim Florentine, Colum Tyrrell, & Chris Stanley | Mistakes 1:24:55

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Jim Florentine, Colum Tyrrell, & Chris Stanley go head-to-head with Big Jay Oakerson and Luis J. Gomez in an episode of Story Warz that's all about Mistakes! Who once pushed a parked car off the edge of an embankment? Who spent most of their life thinking there were children on The Challenger spaceship? And who used Saran Wrap as a condom? Find out…

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044. Tony Hinchcliffe, David Lucas, & Valerie Vaughn | Family 1:34:21

4M ago1:34:21

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Tony Hinchcliffe, David Lucas, and Valerie Vaughn from Kill Tony go head-to-head with Big Jay Oakerson & Luis J. Gomez in a FAMILY themed episode of Story Warz! Who ruined their family's trip to Disney World? Who keeps a family member's remains in a shoe box? And who had an Aunt named Cricket who used to rob banks? Find out all this and plenty more…

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The Faces and Places of Annual Conference 2025 21:36

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Welcome back to POD Strangely Warmed! In this special episode, we’re helping you get ready for the first-ever Annual Conference of the Horizon Texas Conference, hosted at McFarlin Memorial Auditorium on the campus of SMU. We’re taking you behind the scenes to meet some of the pastors and churches helping host this year’s gathering. Rev. Camille May…

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043. TJ Miller, Mike Rainey, & Danny Polishchuk | Minorities 1:28:30

5M ago1:28:30

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Comedians TJ Miller, Mike Rainey, & Danny Polishchuk go head-to-head with Big Jay Oakerson & Luis J. Gomez in an episode of Story Warz that's all about MINORITIES! Who was fed microwaved bananas by an Indian babysitter? Who got in over their head with an elderly Chinese woman at a massage parlor? Who hid their Green Day CDs from their black friends…

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042. Howie Mandel, Joe List, & Kerryn Feehan | Mental Health 1:35:51

5M ago1:35:51

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Howie Mandel, Joe List, & Kerryn Feehan go head-to-head with Big Jay Oakerson & Luis J. Gomez in a "Mental Health" themed episode of Story Warz! Whose grandfather was given electric shock therapy for talking to birds? Whose mother fist fought the neighborhood crazy lady? And who was completely unbothered by 9/11? Find out all this and plenty more, …

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041. Nick Rochefort, Kevin Ryan, & Crack Amico | NYC 1:36:46

5M ago1:36:46

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Nick Rochefort, Kevin Ryan, & Crack Amico to head-to-head with Big Jay Oakerson, & Luis J. Gomez in an NYC themed episode of Story Warz! Who cried in the subway while a homeless man played The Beatles? Who was stopped on the bridge by a stranger who thought they were going to jump? And who scratched a piece of paint off of a Vincent Van Gogh painti…

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040. John Crist, Robert Kelly, & Zac Amico | Chaos 1:55:31

5M ago1:55:31

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John Crist, Robert Kelly, & Zac Amico go head-to-head with Big Jay Oakerson and Luis J. Gomez in a CHAOS themed episode of Story Warz! Who stole alcohol from their entire group of friends in high school? Who spent a month driving a car with no brakes? And who accidentally brought a date to a mosh pit? Find out all this and plenty more, only on this…

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039. Yakov Smirnoff, Elle King, & Jared Freid| Restaurants 1:31:47

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Yakov Smirnoff, Elle King, and Jared Freid go head-to-head with Big Jay Oakerson & Luis J. Gomez in a "Restaurants" themed episode of Story Warz! Who has never pooped at a restaurant besides Ruby Tuesday? Who flipped a chair during a fist fight at the fanciest restaurant in Amsterdam? Who drove a Rolls-Royce to get free dinner at Denny‘s on their b…

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Clergy Mental Health with Rev. Dr. April Johnson Bristow and Anna Lee 48:51

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Welcome to Episode 101—truly a masterclass in clergy mental health. In this conversation, Rev. Daniel Hawkins is joined by Rev. Dr. April Johnson Bristow and Anna Lee for a deeply insightful and practical discussion about the mental health challenges facing pastors and church leaders today. Drawing from their work with the Clergy Health Initiative …

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038. Tim Dillon, Dan Soder, & Chris Distefano | Failure 1:19:35

6M ago1:19:35

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Comedians Tim Dillon, Dan Soder, & Chris Distefano go head-to-head against Big Jay Oakerson & Luis J. Gomez in a FAILURE themed episode of STORY WARZ, everyone's favorite game of storytelling and deception! Who lost the election to become class treasurer in fifth grade? Who accidentally tickled a stranger in public in a case of mistaken identity? A…

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037. Tony Hinchcliffe, Kim Congdon, & Ari Matti | Lies 1:53:49

6M ago1:53:49

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Comedians Tony Hinchcliffe, Kim Congdon, and Ari Matti face off against Big Jay Oakerson and Luis J. Gomez in a lie-packed episode of Story Warz! Who used charity money to buy concert tickets? Who faked a summer camp romance complete with photo evidence? And who got duped by two family members pretending to have cancer? Tune in to find out all this…

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036. Keith Robinson, Rachel Feinstein, & Dru Montana | Anger 2:02:11

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Comedians Keith Robinson, Rachel Feinstein, & Dru Montana join Big Jay Oakerson & Luis J. Gomez for an ANGER themed episode of Story Warz! Who cried over a sandwich that was dropped into the train tracks? Who was arrested for yelling obscenities at someone from a car window? And who broke their hand punching a tree with all their might? Find out al…

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Church Closures Leaving a Legacy with Rev. Dr. Owen K Ross & Rev. Derek Jacobs 40:44

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It’s our 100th episode! We’re celebrating this milestone with gratitude for the journey and excitement for what’s ahead. As we continue our series inspired by Carey Nieuwhof’s “5 Disruptive Church Trends That Will Rule 2025”, we turn our attention to how the Horizon Texas Conference is embracing change with courage, creativity, and faith. While som…

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035. Shane Gillis, Matt McCusker, & Joe DeRosa | Heat 1:27:24

6M ago1:27:24

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Comedians Shane Gillis, Matt McCusker, & Joe DeRosa go head-to-head with Big Jay Oakerson & Luis J. Gomez in a HEAT themed episode of Story Warz recorded LIVE at The Comedy Mothership in Austin, Texas! Who microwaved a turd in a cup and hid it behind someone’s computer tower? Who went to Jamaica and fought with their girlfriend over the age of Bria…

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Union Coffee: The Non-Derivative Church with Rev. Katie Newsome and Andrew Bennett 41:56

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In this third episode of our series on Carey Nieuwhof’s 5 Disruptive Church Trends That Will Rule 2025, we explore The Rise of the Non-Derivative Church, a movement toward fresh, innovative expressions of faith that break away from traditional models. One powerful example of this shift is Union Coffee, a Dallas-based café that blends faith, social …

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"Gen Z in Revival and Retreat" with Loni Fancher & Rev. Chelsea Peddecord 42:17

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In the second episode of our series inspired by Carey Nieuwhof’s 5 Disruptive Church Trends That Will Rule 2025, we dive into the dynamic and often paradoxical relationship Gen Z has with faith and the church. Are they in revival or retreat? And how can the United Methodist Church respond? Host Rev. Daniel Hawkins sits down with Rev. Chelsea Peddec…

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"Evangelism on Life Support?" with Rev. Joshua Manning and Rev. Billy Echols-Richter 34:59

7M ago34:59

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Is evangelism really on life support, or is it evolving into something new? In this episode of POD Strangely Warmed, we kick off a new series inspired by Carey Nieuwhof’s 5 Disruptive Church Trends That Will Rule 2025. Rev. Daniel Hawkins is joined by church planters Rev. Joshua Manning and Rev. Billy Echols-Richter to dive deep into the challenges…

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"Getting to Be the Church" with Rev. Dr. Lucretia Facen 26:43

7M ago26:43

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In this episode of Pod Strangely Warmed, host Rev. Daniel Hawkins sits down with Rev. Dr. Lucretia Facen, Senior Pastor at Saint Paul UMC in downtown Dallas and the newly appointed District Superintendent of the Metro East District (starting in July). Dr. Facen shares powerful stories of Saint Paul's "Body and Soul" ministry to the unhoused, the tr…