History Makers with Matt Prater

Dan Smith is an Olympic Swimmer with a powerful story to tell! He's experienced homelessness, drug addiction and been in trouble with the police, but he has turned his life around and wants to inspire others to do the same. He hit rock bottom after turning to alcohol and drugs to deal with mounting pressures, but after coming to Christ & getting his life together at Rehab, he's now sha...

Newton Festus is the lead pastor at The Waterbrook Church, Brisbane. He is a conference speaker, author, mentor and coach. He arrived in Australia in 2008 with a vision for Revival. He now runs the Moreton Bay Ministers Summit, gathering many churches together for prayer & networking. Listen in to his story of transformation & how he is working among the nations for the Gospel. Support the...

Justin Robinson is an Aussie Evangelist with a heart to bring the gospel to the nations. As a young man he hit rock bottom, and spent time living on the streets. When he came to Christ, the process of rebuilding a lost and broken man began. From the loss of family members, abuse from a cruel father and life without love, Justin brings a testimony that will inspire you to see the good in all situat...

Matty Russell is an evangelist & hip-hop artist who is passionate about preaching the gospel and equipping the body of Christ for the work of ministry. His uncompromising approach to the word of God, coupled with his love for people is both challenging and refreshing. He was Radically saved from a lifestyle of hopelessness and addiction, & God has used him to minister across the world, pre...

Dr. Baruch Korman has been teaching the Bible for 30 years, he has a PhD. in Greek & in the Septuagint. In 2001, he moved to Israel with his family. In 2013, the ministry began a Bible teaching program in the Hebrew language throughout Israel via Israeli cable and satellite. He hosts the "Love Israel" television program on Daystar TV. He shares about his time in Australia & a tim...

Christian Barrionuevo is the managing Director of the CVM Group in Australia. He has over 20 years' experience in various business sectors; all in senior management roles from National Operations to General Management roles within the Facility Management sector. Listen in as he shares his testimony of coming to Christ & his heart to teach believers about Israel. www.loveisrael.org Support...

Glenn Tucker was born in NZ and now serves on the team at New Hope Church Brisbane. He shares his story of addiction, Bikie gangs, violence & broken relationships that was surrounding his life. When he came to Christ, everything changed, and now he loves to share his story of redemption whenever he gets an opportunity. Support the show: http://historymakersradio.com/ See omnystudio.com/listene...

Lynne Hamilton is a UK born singer/songwriter based in Australia. She has worked alongside The Beatles, The Animals & the Who, & is well known for the theme song for the Hit TV show Prisoner, which had chart success all over the world. She is now working as a Pastor on the Gold Coast, listen in to her story of how her life has been transformed, and her heart to reach the world with a messa...

Susan Sohn is a Writer, speaker, broadcaster, storyteller and social media personality. She was born in Canada, travelled the world, started businesses, won national awards & has been featured on TV and radio. Susan is the founder of SOMO society (SOcially MObile) and the author of "You are More - Finding Beauty in Authenticity" & "True You." Matt Prater chats with Susa...

Sid Crimson is the pastor at Surfside Church Byron Bay. He shares his story of overcoming drug addiction & healing from Schizophrenia. Sid travels to the Phillipines regularly to support the 'Hope Christian Learning Centre' in Cebu Philippines. Their church assists by subsidising the tuition fees of the Children who receive a Christ centred education. http://surfsidechurchbyronbay.com....

Ben Staines is the Senior Pastor of Generocity Church. He lives in Wagga Wagga, NSW, and has a huge heart for regional and rural NSW as they lead a church that is all about Connecting people to Christ. In 2004, God gave Ben a vision to start and lead a church that worked together spiritually, financially and practically throughout regional and rural NSW in order to see the Kingdom of God expand. G...

Licy Be is an Australian based rap and spoken word artist. Starting out her career in Perth, her album 'Beautifully Broken' debuted across the globe on her 2017 world tour with shows in USA, NZ and Australia, charting on the Australian iTunes Charts. She has ministered at various events globally, some of which include Youth Alive events, Perth 4 Jesus crusades, Easter United on the Gold Co...

Brad Thorn made a name for himself playing for the Brisbane Broncos, the QLD Maroons, the Kangaroos and the All Blacks to name a few. He's now Coaching the Queensland Reds & loving life. Listen in to his faith story & hear about his passion to be a role model to the next generation, on & off the sporting field. Support the show: http://historymakersradio.com/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privac...

Gabriel & Lorraine Varela are part of the team which oversaw the production of the movie UNPLANNED, which explores Abby Johnson's journey from Planned Parenthood clinic director to pro-life advocate. Abby's story is an emotional roller coaster for many women and men whose lives have been touched by abortion. They are also founders of Inspiring Faith International where they lead an int...

Anton Scott is the Youth Pastor at Catalyst Church, Ipswich QLD. After spending a month in jail for drink-driving many years ago, he started searching for something. Before that, his life was a mess - full of alcohol and drugs. He had started reading the Bible, then he checked out his local church, the rest is History. Listen in to his story & how he's being trained up in the ELI program (Emerging...

Bev McInnes is a Christian Counsellor based in Melbourne. For many years Bev has been passionate about working with individuals and families in the area's of Trauma Counselling, specifically in Sexual, Emotional and Physical Abuse as well as addictions, anxiety, depression and anger resolution. Listen in to her story & how out of her recovery from trauma, she's now able to help others....

Jeremy Kendle is an American Basketballer who's played for teams in the USA, NZ, Toowoomba, Bendigo, Brisbane & Sydney. He shares his story of coming to faith & how he partners with "Hoops for Christ," to seeks to use the game as a platform for sharing the Gospel, and planting young players in local churches. After many different injuries, he shares how he's learnt a lot...

Kylie Peihopa has a great testimony of transformation! Listen in to hear her story of freedom from addiction, and how a man that rescued her from hitting rock bottom, then became her husband and is now a Christian Rap artist. Support the show: http://historymakersradio.com/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Stephen Dale is an Author & Speaker with an amazing story of survival! At the age of 21, Stephen fell 30 metres down a cliff. He suffered major head & spinal injuries, critical blood loss, five heart attacks and severe liver, kidney and abdominal organ damage. During his 8 month hospital stay he lost approximately 40kg, his five senses were compromised, and the head and nerve trauma led to...

Stu Millar is a Kiwi Evangelist from Train to Proclaim. Stu shares some effective ways to plant seeds about Jesus in people's hearts for the Holy Spirit to water. These Gospel Tools can open genuine communication lines and get people thinking about God and their eternal destiny. Listen in to hear Stu's story & how he's developed the Gospel in 7 App, which is equipping others to share their faith....

(Part 2) Clark Taylor was raised in the Aussie outback. He grew up as a real 'Aussie Bloke' - fighting in the pubs & working hard, rounding up wild cattle & branding them, living under the stars & eating damper. In 1959 Clark attended a Billy Graham crusade & it was there he powerfully encountered God. His entire life changed. Giving up his dream of owning cattle properties, and leaving the land h...

Clark Taylor was raised in the Aussie outback. He grew up as a real 'Aussie Bloke' - fighting in the pubs & working hard, rounding up wild cattle & branding them, living under the stars & eating damper. In 1959 Clark attended a Billy Graham crusade & it was there he powerfully encountered God. His entire life changed. Giving up his dream of owning cattle properties, and leaving the land he loved,...

Assumpta Subbaraman is from South India. She was born into the Brahmin caste of Hinduism, the highest caste, & shares her story of converting to Christianity & how her life has changed after coming to Christ. She also shares about her experiences on the SBS TV series, "Christian Like Us." Listen in to this powerful testimony! Support the show: http://historymakersradio.com/ See o...

Nathan Fawcett is a Brisbane based Singer/songwriter with a powerful voice & a heart for worship! His first memory of music is of the tribal harmonies he heard growing up in the villages of Papua New Guinea. Born to missionary parents, Nathan recalls his weekends spent in remote parts of the country as his dad built churches. Listen in to his story of healing after sexual abuse & his heart to reac...

Dez Chettle grew up with dyslexia & low self esteem. He's a Kiwi Evangelist now & founder of the Global Gospel Movement. Covered in tattoos, with long dreadlocks, and a massive smile, Daz isn't your average preacher. He loves to share the gospel in Pubs, on Planes, on the streets and in Churches all over the world. Listen in to his story of transformation & being set free from addiction. www.dazch...