• # 267: BRANT HANSEN is starting out the New Year with a message of joy and healthy mindset to combat stress!
    Jan 8 2025

    Regardless of how stressed and anxiety-ridden you entered 2025, it's possible to live joyfully and without worry. Radio host and podcaster Brant Hansen shares the message of taking Jesus seriously in all of life and in turn finding a sense of peace amongst the chaos. In this engaging conversation, nine-time Emmy winner David Sams chats with Brant about the themes of joy, anxiety, and trust in God. Brant emphasizes the importance of gratitude in overcoming anxiety and the impact of social media on mental health. Brant also highlights the significance of simplicity in faith and the need for community support in mental health management.

    Learn more about affordable online therapy at: https://therapy.cc/

    #BrantHansen #GodisGood #KeepTheFaith #DavidSams #contagiousinfluencers

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    27 mins
  • # 266: WNBA star MAYA MOORE IRONS and her husband JONATHAN IRONS share their journey to justice through unwavering faith
    Dec 19 2024

    Would you give up everything you've worked for your entire life in the name of justice? Maya Moore Irons is a two-time NCAA champion, two-time Olympic gold medalist, four-time WNBA champion, and WNBA MVP. But Maya put that all aside in 2019 to focus on exonerating her now husband, Jonathan Irons, from a 50-year prison sentence for a crime he didn't commit. Nine-time Emmy winner David Sams chats with both Maya and Jonathan about their story, detailed in their memoir: "Love & Justice: A Story of Triumph on Two Different Courts." In this conversation, Jonathan shares his journey of faith, resilience, and the transformative power of connection through prison ministry. They both discuss the importance of restorative justice, the impact of community, and the role of faith in overcoming adversity. Jonathan and Maya also reflect on their friendship, love, and the broader implications of injustice, calling for collective action and hope for a better future. To learn more about Maya and Jonathan's efforts, visit: www.winwithjustice.org.

    #keepthefaith #mayamoore #wnba #socialjustice #davidsams #contagiousinfluencer

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    47 mins
  • # 265: GRANGER SMITH takes a detour from life as a decorated musician to pursue life in ministry
    Dec 14 2024

    Farewell to country music, guilt, and pain. Granger Smith now has newfound purpose. After 24 years touring as an award-winning, platinum-selling, country music singer-songwriter, Smith chose to leave the music business to pursue a future in ministry. Nine-time Emmy winner David Sams sits down with the now best-selling author, five years after the tragic loss of his son, River, to discuss finding purpose in the pain. Granger also talks about his children's book on grief called “Up Toward the Light” and the significance of his youngest son Maverick's name. Through his story, Granger inspires hope and shows that there is light on the other side of darkness.

    #GrangerSmith #YeeYee #KeepTheFaith #David Sams #ContagiousInfluencer #LikeARiver

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    29 mins
  • # 264: VAN ZANT, the iconic Southern Rock duo reunite to release their first ever Jesus album and talk about family, faith & legacy
    Nov 28 2024

    Iconic Southern Rock brothers Donnie and Johnny Van Zant reunite as VAN ZANT to release their first ever Christian album sharing about their faith that has been a constant thread throughout their lives. Collectively they have sold over 50 million records, from Johnny’s work as the lead vocalist of Lynyrd Skynyrd to Donnie’s success with 38 Special, and older brother Ronnie's posthumous legacy with Skynyrd as a founding member, they share how they balance honoring the past with creating fresh sounds in their first ever Jesus record titled "Always Look Up." The duo casually sits down with nine-time Emmy winner David Sams and shares heart-felt stories about music, legacy, and the enduring power of family bonds.

    #vanzant #keepthefaith #alwayslookup #thereyouare #davidsams #contagiousinfluencer

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    37 mins
  • # 263: WE ARE MESSENGERS front-man Darren Mulligan shares the joyful hope of Christmas with an Irish twist
    Nov 22 2024

    Nollaig Shona Duit! Merry Christmas! We Are Messengers are celebrating this holiday season in an authentic Irish way. They have had 11 consecutive top 10 radio singles including the multi chart #1 hit song “Come What May” and the Gold certified “Maybe Its OK’. Now their new EP "Rejoice! A Celtic Christmas" is out, putting a Celtic spin on some of your favorite Christmas classics. Nine-time Emmy winner David Sams sits down with front-man Darren Mulligan at the homestead to talk about his band's new music and life as a "single minded Irish man." Hear what Christmas was like for Darren growing up in small-town Ireland, and why this Christmas is going to be one for the ages. This interview is full of raw and genuine thoughts that can reach out to broken people and remind them of the true goodness and joy of the season. More information about WE ARE MESSENGERS' latest music head to We Are Messengers | Official Website'

    #wearemessengers #keepthefaith #rejoice #celticchristmas #darrenmulligan #davidsams #contagiousinfluencer

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    33 mins
  • # 262: for KING + COUNTRY’s Christmas Celebration: Music, Memories, a New Film, Tour, and Heartfelt Holiday Stories!
    Nov 20 2024

    It's the biggest Christmas celebration for this quadruple GRAMMY-winning Christian pop duo yet! For KING + COUNTRY is not only touring the month of December and releasing a new "Drummer Boy Christmas Live" album this week, but they are also taking their tour to the big screen offering a cinematic concert experience "A Drummer Boy Christmas Live" in theaters everywhere December 5-9th ONLY. Nine-time Emmy winner David Sams sits down with brothers Joel and Luke Smallbone for a heartfelt conversation about their festive projects and the deeper meaning of Christmas. From heartwarming tales of Christmas in Australia and their first white Christmas in the U.S. to inspiring stories of how others’ kindness brightened their toughest seasons, this interview dives into the spirit of the season. Don’t miss this powerful blend of music, memories, and holiday magic!

    More information about for KING + COUNTRY's latest music, movie, and tour head to https://www.forkingandcountry.com/

    #keepthefaith #contagiousinfluencer #forkingandcountry #davidsams #drummerboychristmas

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    33 mins
  • # 261: TRANS-SIBERIAN ORCHESTRA's lead guitarist AL PITRELLI on how explosives, rock, and tradition make Christmas merry!
    Nov 15 2024

    Silent night? Not with this band! The Trans-Siberian Orchestra’s music is a staple over the holiday season and you can experience it all during their 2024 winter tour. The Trans-Siberian Orchestra (TSO) is one of the world’s top touring artists of the past decade and has sold over 12 million albums. Nine-time Emmy winner David Sams chats with lead guitarist and musical director of TSO, Al Pitrelli. Al shares how the music we’ve all come to know and love was created, and the impact it’s had on generations of fans. TSO’s 2024 Winter Tour: “The Lost Christmas Eve” is kicking off and they are making stops all across the country until the end of December. You can purchase tickets now in your city at tsotickets.com #TransSiberianOrchestra

    Trans-Siberian Orchestra

    #TSOTime #TSO #ChristmasMusic #AlPitrelli #DavidSams #KeepTheFaith #ContagiousInfluencer

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    47 mins
  • # 260: HANNAH KERR's angelic voice shares about overcoming anxiety through song and the gift of faith at Christmas
    Nov 4 2024

    Hannah Kerr, a Curb recording artist and gifted songwriter with over 146 million career streams, is known for her chart-topping hit "Warrior." Yet, like many young adults today, she battles one of the most common challenges of our time: anxiety. In a heartfelt conversation with nine-time Emmy winner David Sams, Hannah opens up about her journey to conquer worry and self-doubt. Their discussion also dives into her latest musical work, her sophomore album As I Am, and gives an exciting preview of her upcoming Christmas single, "It Came Upon A Midnight Clear," set to release later this month. It’s an inspiring exchange full of vulnerability, faith, and hope.

    #keepthefaith #HannahKerr #AsIAm #ItCameUponAMidnightClear #contagiousinfluencer #davidsams #warrior

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    34 mins