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Russell Brand: “Why I Came to Faith”

Hollywood has long been home to generations of stars who have shaped the entertainment industry—from sitcoms to cult classics, comedy to controversy. But at the heart of it all are individuals in need of Jesus.

This week on the AC Podcast, Wes and Andy sit down with actor, comedian, and online personality Russell Brand. Once captivated by the power of celebrity, Brand now seeks to “switch brands,” sharing his newfound faith in Jesus Christ. He opens up about how the truth of the gospel has dismantled the idols in his life, leading him to a genuine relationship with Christ, his Saviour.

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Examining the Cult of Leadership

We want a king! We want a king!”—a cry from 1 Samuel that has found a new voice in the modern era. “We want a leader!” shouts the culture, as it seeks to elevate individuals in both Christian and secular spaces, hoping they will lead the way to their proverbial “promised lands.” With the pursuit of salvation and success dangling before us, how can believers discern whether they are called to follow or to lead? And is one truly better than the other? This week, Troy, Andy, and Steve dive into what some are calling “the cult of leadership.

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Happy Lies: With Melissa Dougherty

Have you ever wondered how we ended up in a world where personal feelings could become the authority for reality? Or why so many of us are on a relentless pursuit for happiness yet somehow feel more exhausted and sadder than ever? You’re not alone. On this week’s podcast Wes sat down with author, YouTuber, and ex-New Thoughter, Melissa Dougherty, about her upcoming book Happy Lies: How a movement you (probably) never heard of shaped our self-obsessed world.

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Faith Amplified: How STREETLIGHTS Bible App is Transforming Bible Engagement

Start the new year differently. Many believers resolve to read the Bible more but find it daunting, especially if they’re not natural readers. This challenge inspired Esteban Shed, co-founder of STREETLIGHTS Bible, to combine a love for Jesus and hip-hop into a groundbreaking audio Bible. What began in a basement with a CD player is now a multilingual project transforming how people engage with God’s Word.

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End the Stalemate w/ Tim Muehlhoff

Many people agree that our culture is getting more and more polarized. So much so, in fact, we often don’t even get to the point of disagreeing with someone else. We write one another off and refuse even to hold a conversation. In this kind of cultural climate, what can we do to prevent, or even remedy this stalemate? Steve sat down with Dr. Tim Muehlhoff of the Winsome Convictions project to discuss the latest book he co-wrote with his colleague, Dr. Sean McDowell.

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Why Do We Need Baby Jesus?: The Incarnation

As we prepare for Christmas, the team at AC sat down to discuss the significance of the incarnation. Why is Jesus’ birth so important and worth celebrating? Christian doctrine has always held that Jesus’ birth is of incredible theological importance. Baby Jesus sets the stage for not only his life and death but how we are to understand the very nature of who God is and who we are in light of that. In this week’s episode of the AC Podcast, The Quad explores the importance of Jesus’ infancy and why the miracle of Immanuel matters for all of humanity—from the cradle (or manger) to the grave.

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Wes Huff vs. Billy Carson: Tale of the Text

Back in October AC’s very own Wes participated in an online debate with the globally known ancient aliens and New Age proponent, Billy Carson. What could have otherwise been a relatively normal event has turned into somewhat of a fiasco, with Billy attempting to suppress the footage and even going as far as to threaten to sue Wes! On this week’s episode the quad: Andy, Troy, Steve, and Wes, sat down to reveal the story behind the story.

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RightNow Media: An Interview with the President, Brian Mosley

On this week’s episode of the AC Podcast, Troy sits down with Brian Mosley, President of RightNow Media, a Bible-based, video content platform created for the purpose of discipling people on their faith journey. With the entertainment world driven by visual content. How can the church create high art, great content without compromising the gospel message? What does it look like to create safe spaces for the church to engage in multiple faith-based conversations without straying from core beliefs? Listen to this week’s episode as Troy and Brian discuss these questions and more.

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