Best The Gart Podcasts (2025)

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Depression & Faith: Finding Hope in the Darkness 1:18:42

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"We may worry we'll say the wrong thing and worsen someone's hopelessness. We may think depression is a medical condition outside our scope or assume sufferers will reach out if they desire help. Uncertain how to act, many don't act at all, lapsing into silence and avoidance."Today's show will take a look at technology as we walk through chapter 8 …

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Seeking Wholeness After Loss: Monique Rodriguez & Adam Young 29:52

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This week, we’ll hear from Monique Rodriguez—an author, entrepreneur, and founder of the women-led beauty brand Mielle Organics, a hair care and beauty brand. Monique shares how a devastating personal loss became the catalyst for a deepened faith and the birth of a global beauty brand built on bold belief, healing, and hope in God’s promises. Later…

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196. Cool Creatures | Ticks 48:14

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Ticks are among the most detested creatures in all of nature—but what happens when we look closer? In this Cool Creatures episode, Colin follows Calvin University professor Will Miller and some of his students into the field as they study ticks and the diseases they carry. As we explore ticks we find ourselves asking questions about public health, …

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From Overgrown Yards to Overflowing Hearts: Stories of Families Transformed ft. Justin Knoop and Tricia Goyer 22:50

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This week on the podcast, we meet Justin Knoop—a husband, father of four, and the heart behind the Blessing Boys. What began as a small lawn care business grew into a mission to serve others, inspire his sons, and transform lives one yard at a time. Later in the episode, we’ll hear from Tricia Goyer—an author, speaker, podcaster, and homeschooling …

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MD 406 - GART: Goblin Art Collective w/ CJ Somavia (GLAIVE, Grand Rituals, Hothead Collective) 1:12:21

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This week’s guest is CJ Somavia. We talk about Hothead Collective (which is pretty much CJ and whoever he’s working with), Grand Rituals (a system agnostic toolset to introduce big magical rituals into your fantasy TTRPG), and GLAIVE (a quarterly glossy magazine dedicated to gaming and its subcultures). We discuss the difference between a magazine …

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Technology Isn’t Neutral: How It Shapes Our Faith and Relationships (Culture Study Part 7) 1:39:41

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"Technology is not just a 'thing' we use; it colors virtually every interaction we have in the world today. We use technology but then technology shapes us into the types of persons that further technology's demands. It's an unending cycle of compulsion-desire-formation."Today's show will take a look at technology as we walk through chapter 8 of An…

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Chrissy Metz & Edwina Findley Dickerson on the Power of Walking Miles in Another’s Shoes 26:02

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This week, we’ll hear from two incredible actors—Chrissy Metz, best known for her role on TV’s This Is Us, and Edwina Findley Dickerson, known for her roles on The Wire and Chicago Med. Through their transformative work as actors, they strive not only to compassionately portray their characters, they deeply inhabit them, telling powerful stories wi…

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MD 405 - H.O.M.E.: Sly Motherships w/ Jarrett Crader (Space Penguin Ink) 57:32

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This week’s guest is Jarrett Crader of Space Penguin Ink, who’s on their 68th release! We talk Forbidden Psalms, Liminal Horror RPG, the Cairn 2E box set, The Ghosts of Zoazanna Mountain, Survivors of the Core Wars: an NPC deck for Mothership RPG, and Seas of Sand by Sam Sorensen Follow Jarrett Crader: Website - X - Instagram MD 405 - H.O.M.E.: Sly…

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195. Rob Dunn & Aminah Bradford | The Spirituality of Paying Attention 1:02:08

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What happens when a theologian and an evolutionary biologist walk into a lab together—one asking questions about God through the strange world of microbes, the other studying the tiny ecosystems in our armpits and sourdough starters? In this episode, we hear the answer through the story of Aminah Al-Attas Bradford, a theologian who found herself re…

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Beyond the Breaking Point: Finding Your Way Back to Faith with Bethany Joy Lenz & JT Mestdagh 23:16

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This week, we’ll hear from Bethany Joy Lenz, an actor, singer, director, and now author, who shares a deeply personal story of her time in a spiritually abusive community and the journey of healing and rediscovering faith that followed. Later in the episode, we’ll hear from speaker and non-profit founder JT Mestdagh. Born with a rare and complex co…

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194. Sy Garte | Life’s Deeper Logic 1:03:13

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Far from the old picture of life as a mindless, mechanical process, new research is showing that even the simplest organisms—like bacteria—exhibit signs of purpose, agency, and decision-making. Biologist and author Sy Garte returns to Language of God to talk about how this might be a pointer to God. Following from his new book, Beyond Evolution: Ho…

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Mickey Guyton and Lea Hurley: Defying the Odds Through Strength and Song 25:40

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*This episode contains mature content. This week, we hear from two remarkable women who dared to pursue their dreams even when faced with disbelief, ultimately dedicating their lives to helping others through their art and work. First, country music star Mickey Guyton shares her journey of breaking barriers and finding her voice in an industry that…

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[JESUS LISTENS MONTHLY SERIES] God, Help Me Rest: Eryn Lynum 9:03

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On this episode of Jesus Listens: Stories of Prayer, we’re joined by certified master naturalist and author Eryn Lynum. Eryn gives us insight into how Jesus used nature in His teaching, and how scripture reflects thoughts of nature as well. As she looks at these connections, Eryn finds that God is beckoning us toward rest, and she shares some pract…

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Is Mark 2:26 a Bible Contradiction? 48:56

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Jesus says Abiathar was the high priest in Mark 2, but 1 Samuel says it was Abimelech. Was Jesus wrong? Did the Gospel writers get it wrong? Either way, Pesky Passages on TikTok claims this contradiction creates problems for biblical inerrancy. Let's take a closer look and bring our questions! I'll take calls when I finish with my comments. Content…

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MD 404 - Championship Belt of the Verdant Wastes w/ W.F. Smith (Prismatic Wasteland, Prismatic Wisdom, Barkeep on the Borderlands) 1:05:52

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This week’s guest is W.F. Smith of Prismatic Wastland. We talk about his new physical book Prismatic Wisdom & Barkeep on the Borderlands. We discuss his history with B2: Keep on the Borderlands (how Barkeep is a pseudo-sequel), pub crawls in Athens, GA, and how he’s a “pun-first” writer. We briefly touch on his games: Big Rock Candy Hexcrawl Pamphl…

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Our Divine Bond with Animals and Nature featuring Steve Wohlberg & Sy Garte 27:36

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In honor of National Dog Day, we’re sharing a heartfelt story about the special bond we share with our pets—and the comfort they bring in life’s hardest moments. Steve Wohlberg, a husband, father, author, and speaker, grew up in Hollywood with a deep love for animals. From Great Danes to turtles to a dog named Jax, animals have always been part of …

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Nature, Nurture, and the Soul: A Christian Take on Psychology (Worldview Study Part 7) 1:46:12

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"The Christian view of persons requires that we have some degree of responsibility in life, but it does not require that we act without influence upon our choice."Part 7 of our worldview study delves into "Psychology: A Student's Guide" by Stanton L. Jones. This helpful guide examines the study of psychology from a distinctly Christian perspective,…

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MD 403 - BeakMaster w/ Rhodrick Magsino (ARKYVR, OMENDROME, Alewood Games) 1:16:09

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This week’s guest is Rhodrick Magsino, owner and main designer of Alewood Games. We talk about the Baltimore indie TTRPG scene and how filmmaking and music production influence his game design. We dig into his games: Remember Frankie ,Traysikel: Ride or Die!, ARKYVR, OMENDROME, The Revolution Will. Follow Rhodrick: Website - Bluesky - Itch — MD 403…

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193. Science is Good | Wisdom, Stewardship, & Mercy in Three Stories 43:48

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Born out of a cultural moment of growing distrust in science, BioLogos’ Science is Good initiative explores how Christians can be a voice for the goodness of science. The episode connects the three parables of Matthew 25—about wisdom, stewardship, and mercy—with the work of three scientists whose careers exemplify these virtues. Epidemiologist Emil…

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Lights, Camera, Hope: Patricia Heaton & Anita Vogel on Persevering Through Adversity 27:15

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This episode mentions suicide and depression and may not be suitable for all listeners. This week, we’ll hear from actress and producer Patricia Heaton. Beloved for her roles in Everybody Loves Raymond and The Middle, Patricia has faced seasons of grief and depression while navigating the ups and downs of a demanding industry, and shares how she ha…

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[BONUS] Reckless Love in the Face of Disaster: Cory Asbury and the Texas Flood Relief Effort 13:25

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Welcome to a special bonus episode of the Jesus Calling Podcast, focusing on the tragic events in Texas that happened in July 2025 with deadly flooding in Kerr County, and the heroic folks who have come to the aid of those who have lost so much. Devastating floods, triggered by torrential rains and the rapidly rising Guadalupe River, struck Kerr Co…

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Transgenderism & the Christian Worldview- What Parents Need to Know (Culture Study Part 6) 1:55:29

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"To be male is not, first and foremost, to embody certain cultural expressions, like wearing blue. To be male or female is to possess a male or female body. Our bodies are not blank canvases. There is a purpose to the design that our bodies exhibit. That purpose, fundamentally, is the body's organization for reproduction. That is the only stable wa…

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The Heart of the Home: Mental Well Being and Lasting Love with David Thomas, Sissy Goff, & Gabe and Rebekah Lyons 26:40

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This week, we’re joined by Sissy Goff and David Thomas, longtime counselors and co-executive directors at Daystar Counseling Ministries in Nashville. With over three decades of experience each, Sissy and David have dedicated their lives to walking alongside kids and families as they face anxiety and stress and providing kids with tools for healthy …

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MD 402 - Pizza Queen w/ Andrew Kolb (Wonderland, Oz & Neverland Role-Playing Settings) 1:03:45

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This week’s guest is Andrew Kolb. We talk about his latest Role-Playing Setting of Wonderland (dungeon crawl) where he pulls from the surreal and silly collage art of people like Terry Gilliam. We talk about how all the Lewis Carroll characters are agro with Alice, and making their stat blocks and special moves (inspired by his love of Chrono Trigg…

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192. Dorothy Boorse | The Eyes of Flies are like Jewels 57:49

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Dorothy Boorse describes herself as a child who used to be caught up looking at ants and other small and overlooked things. Later microscopes enhanced the possibilities of her attention. She followed science as it revealed its beauty to her but science also became a tool to help solve problems, to promote health and to improve the lives of people. …

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The Sacred Space of Sorrow: Erin Leigh Nelson & Allie Marie Smith 29:38

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*This episode mentions suicide and may be triggering for some listeners. This week, we’ll hear from Erin Leigh Nelson, founding executive director of Jessica’s House, a grief support center for children, teens, young adults, and their families coping with the loss of a parent or sibling. Erin’s story is marked by deep personal loss—waves of tragedy…

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MD 401 Toe-Based Space Wizards w/ Zach Cowan (aka Bat Alchemist, producer of the Mad Dungeon podcast) 58:31

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Our guest this week is our Mad Dungeon producer, the Bat Alchemist himself, Zach Cowan, a location sound recordist and video producer located in Atlanta. We talk about what season four is all about: We’re making a zine of TTRPG content to use in your home games with each of our guests contributing a page or two, while continuing to utilize our ‘mad…

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[JESUS LISTENS MONTHLY SERIES] Prayers for the Caregiver: Jessica Ronne 9:08

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On this episode of Jesus Listens: Stories of Prayer, we’ll hear from special needs mom and caregiver Jessica Ronne, who shares about life with her son Lucas. After finding out her yet-to-be born son had a stroke in utero, Jessica faced the reality of caring for a child with profound disabilities. On top of this, her husband would be diagnosed with …

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Finding More by Letting Go: Niki Hardy & Danette Crawford 30:24

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*This episode mentions suicide and may be triggering for some listeners.* This week, we hear from Niki Hardy—a writer, speaker, and coach who brings honesty and hope to life’s most difficult moments. Niki has weathered seasons of cancer, grief, burnout, and questions of faith. After transitioning from a corporate career into nonprofit and ministry …

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Revolutionary Discoveries in Biology That Point to a Creator (Dr. Sy Garte) 1:42:51

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Are you willing to follow the evidence wherever it leads? Revolutionary developments in biology, such as purpose, agency, and decision-making at the cellular level, are providing stronger evidence than ever before of a purposeful creator God. My guest, Dr. Sy Garte, will show how a reductionist view of life ignores new advances in science and why w…

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191. A Tale of Two Conflicts | Scopes, Teilhard, and 100 Years of Hindsight 41:03

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In July of 1925, two significant dramas unfolded on different continents—the Scopes “Monkey” Trial in Tennessee and the censure of Pierre Teilhard de Chardin in France— shaping the enduring conversation between science and faith. On the surface, these 1925 events couldn't be more different – one a public courtroom showdown, the other a hushed eccle…