Almost Brothers Podcast

Send us Fan Mail A prank call about a “turlet” set the tone, but the conversation bent toward something deeper: how gratitude anchors us when life is loud. We opened with the laughter that lives rent-free in our heads and ended by naming what actually holds us together—family homecomings, shared tables, and the tiny mercies we usually scroll past. We talk about the rare joy of getting everyone und...

Send us Fan Mail The jokes land first—Flavor Flav, ranch on mashed potatoes, rogue gaming takes—but the heart of this conversation is fatherhood in all its mess and wonder. We’re three dads at three different stages, from 21 days to 26 years, comparing notes on the invisible load men often carry when pregnancy gets complicated, partners recover, and the bills and errands don’t stop. No scorekeepin...

Send us Fan Mail A single question—what’s your go-to condiment?—turns into a full-on catch-up that’s equal parts cozy, chaotic, and weirdly revealing. We compare ranch loyalty with mustard purists, confess Miracle Whip-on-hot-dog crimes, and admit to breakfast choices that should probably be illegal. Food opens the door to everything else: newborn sleep shifts, basketball season chaos, and the sma...

Send us Fan Mail A Christmas movie isn’t just snow, lights, and a calendar date—it’s heart, family, and a story that believes in something. Live from Cape Con 2025, we set a clear, simple test for what counts as a real holiday film and then throw our top five lists into the arena. The crowd jumps in as we put Die Hard on trial, celebrate Elf and The Santa Clause, and argue whether The Nightmare Be...

Send us Fan Mail Ever notice how fast resentment grows when expectations stay unspoken? We dig into the subtle ways unrealistic demands creep into marriages, friendships, and teams—then show how to reset the rules with clarity, kindness, and zero drama. From punctuality clashes to perfectionism on worship teams, from job descriptions that quietly expand to family roles that change with newborns, w...

Send us Fan Mail Ever wonder what it actually feels like to grow up as a pastor’s kid when everyone’s watching? We brought two PKs into the studio for an unfiltered, funny, and surprisingly tender look at pressure, stereotypes, and the kind of faith that only makes sense when you’ve seen it change someone you love. From teachers threatening to “message your dad” to the myth that “PKs are the worst...

Send us Fan Mail The first cool breeze hits and suddenly our kitchens feel different. We’re talking chili that sticks to your ribs, soups that steam up the windows, and the polarizing truth about pumpkin: some of us love it, some of us won’t touch it. From the great cracker debate (saltines vs. oyster) to whether sour cream, ranch, or even a spoon of Miracle Whip belongs in the bowl, we unpack how...

Send us Fan Mail Ever notice how fast we swat away a compliment or a small gift? We dig into that reflex and trace it back to shaky self-worth, learned defensiveness, and the myth that rejecting kindness is somehow “humble.” From awkward coffee line refusals to the classic “you don’t have to do that,” we unpack why receiving well is a quiet discipline—and a powerful way to multiply generosity. Wit...

Send us Fan Mail BONUS EPISODE WITH OUR BROTHERS FROM THE VERTICAL PODCAST.  The room already felt different—like a youth weekend that refuses to end when the lights go down. We invited Michael Simmons and Rich Randall into a raw, wide-ranging conversation about what it means to be “trapped in sin,” and why lasting change starts when love—not guilt—pulls you toward God. From David and Samson to Ju...

Send us Fan Mail Where's the line between sharing your faith and just being rude? In this thoughtful exploration, we tackle the uncomfortable reality of witnessing gone wrong and what authentic Christian evangelism should look like. We dive into the problematic trend of Christians disrupting public spaces—like restaurants and malls—with impromptu worship sessions or confrontational preaching,...

Send us Fan Mail The world feels darker than ever. With senseless violence dominating headlines and social media feeds filled with people celebrating tragedy rather than mourning it, we're witnessing a disturbing shift in how our society processes death and loss. This week, we dive deep into the troubling reality that death itself has become political. Remember when tragedies like 9/11 brough...

Send us Fan Mail The wandering mind is both a blessing and a curse - allowing for creativity while often sabotaging our best intentions. In this hilarious, meandering conversation, we explore the countless ways distractions infiltrate our daily lives and how differently each of us responds to them. Tyler confesses his absolute inability to resist dogs, sharing a story about nearly causing a traffi...

Send us Fan Mail Tucked away in northeast Arkansas, the small town of Rector transforms each Labor Day weekend into a vibrant celebration that draws crowds of up to 20,000 people. Dating back to 1940, this beloved tradition has become the community's signature event - as one local puts it, "Most people celebrate the Fourth of July. In Rector, we celebrate Labor Day." In this episode...

Send us Fan Mail Road rage simmers beneath the surface as we navigate our biggest driving frustrations in this candid conversation about the rules of the road. What begins as a lighthearted debate about corn varieties quickly accelerates into passionate venting about the everyday driving behaviors that test our patience and sometimes our safety. We dive deep into those seemingly small infractions...

Send us Fan Mail What happens when your spiritual diet consists of just one meal a week? The Almost Brothers tackle the critical yet often overlooked responsibility of feeding yourself spiritually beyond Sunday services. This candid conversation explores the dangerous habit of relying solely on your pastor for spiritual nourishment. As Rich pointedly asks, "If Sunday is the only time you eat,...

Send us Fan Mail Raw, unfiltered, and surprisingly emotional – this episode pulls back the curtain on what really happens in ministry marriages when husbands travel for church work and wives "hold down the fort." When one wife admits to sobbing before her husband's departure only to discover he was secretly crying too, the conversation transforms into an honest exploration of attach...

Send us Fan Mail Kristi Rawlings didn't expect to spend two decades at Dunklin County Transit when she first joined as a secretary. Now, as Operations Manager, she's witnessed thousands of meaningful connections bloom in the unlikeliest of places – the passenger seats of their transportation vehicles. "You never know when a kind word will change someone's entire day, week, mont...

Send us Fan Mail Remember the days when cafeteria food combinations made perfect sense? When corn dogs paired naturally with chocolate milk, and dipping brownies in beef stew seemed like culinary genius? The Almost Brothers take you on a nostalgic journey through childhood food oddities, pregnancy cravings, and the strange combinations that somehow work. Rich updates us on his growing family, prou...

Send us Fan Mail Avoiding difficult conversations is a universal struggle, but the consequences of sweeping problems under the rug can be devastating. Join us as we unpack why making tough decisions early saves relationships from breaking points down the road. When small disagreements go unaddressed, they don't disappear—they grow roots. We explore how this pattern appears in marriages, frien...

Send us Fan Mail Remember when after-school activities were actually optional? Those days are long gone. We're diving into the modern reality of "mandatory extracurriculars" - the weekend tournaments, summer practices, and endless commitments that have hijacked family life across America. As parents, we're feeling the squeeze from all sides. The financial burden is crushing - f...

Send us Fan Mail The age-old parenting question takes center stage in this thought-provoking episode: Where's the line between guiding your children and forcing them into activities? Our conversation dives deep into the complex territory of parental authority, childhood development, and the delicate balance of raising independent thinkers while instilling important values. "You force you...

Send us Fan Mail The walls separating churches often seem to rebuild faster than we can tear them down. Why is that? In this raw, unfiltered conversation, we dig into what keeps faith communities divided and how true servant leadership might be the answer. Our guest Andrew Houltzhouser joins us as we explore how unity breaks down when church leaders prioritize status over service. "It's...

Send us Fan Mail When walls come down between believers, supernatural freedom breaks out. That's exactly what happened during night two of our Together Conference 2025 with Pastor Stephen Watkins delivering a powerful message about unity that transcends denominational lines. The early Christians would have been puzzled by our modern question, "Where do you go to church?" They unders...

Send us Fan Mail What happens when the body of Christ attacks itself? In this eye-opening conversation, pastors from different backgrounds tackle the alarming phenomenon of church division and its devastating impact on our collective witness. During a powerful reflection on the "Together Conference 2025," our guests share raw, unfiltered truths about the walls we've constructed betw...

Send us Fan Mail Ever had one of those days where everything seems to go wrong from the moment you wake up? In this refreshingly honest episode, Tyler arrives stressed and the guys immediately rally to cheer him up, revealing how friendship can be the ultimate stress-reliever when life feels overwhelming. The celebration of Tyler's twins' gender reveal brings lighthearted energy as the h...