LOVE SOMEONE with Delilah

It's so much fun to catch up with old friends! I haven't talked with Jo Dee Messina in ages; she's been busy writing music, working with her ministry, taking care of her health, and raising her boys. But today we had a chance to sit down and chat and it was wonderful! Country music icon Jo Dee has just released a powerful new album, "Bridges", and her tour is well underway.  You won't want to...

My kind, warm, wonderful friend, Tony, EMMY & 5x GRAMMY nominated artist, Josh Groban, guests on this episode of LOVE SOMEONE!   He's got a brand new album out, "Cinematic", is on tour right now with Jennifer Hudson, and has an upcoming Vegas residency in October!  We have the most delightful conversation, and Josh spills the tea on all the happenings in his life - including his...

Rita Wilson, actor, producer, singer-songwriter... here to share the Sound Of A Woman. Her sixth studio album,   Sound of a Woman, explores different phases of a woman’s life; how we get to who we become as women, the trials and hopes, the relationships with ourselves and others, and more. Described aptly as "an excavation of the self."  Rita and I sit down for a heart-to-heart, wo...

We don't talk about Bruno, no no no... but we DO talk about Adassa—Oscar, Grammy, and Golden Globe recipient, platinum-selling artist, and the voice of Dolores Madrigal in  Encanto.  Adassa has just released a book, " Love Keeps Showing Up." In it, she   shares her resilient and inspiring journey through music, motherhood, faith, and hardship. She has a wild tale to tell about...

By loving our neighbors as ourselves, striving to understand and appreciate their beliefs and perspectives, we heal. In the process, we find our common ground, expose misperceptions, and celebrate our humanity. It helps us to be better people, better neighbors, and better representatives of our faiths. Yael Eckstein is the President and Global CEO of  The International Fellowship of Christian...

Some days are better than others, and the day I sat down with a legend in the music industry, Clive Davis, was a very good day indeed! Clive has been bringing hits to the airwaves for over 50 years. He founded Arista Records and "discovered" an incredible number of artists that went on to become super star sensations. It was he who suggested to a young Barry Manilow that he should record "Mandy",...

It's Not Like That... or is it? That's what viewers of Wonder Project - a streaming service on Prime Video - want's to know about the new series. In it, Emmy nominated-actress Erinn Hayes portrays Lori Soto, a mom who has recently faced two heartbreaking losses, the death of her best friend, and the breakdown of her marriage. That friend's grieving husband is pastor Malcolm Jeffries. The two famil...

"I CAN ONLY IMAGINE 2" , releasing this Friday, February 20, is a sequel to the acclaimed film, " I Can Only Imagine" , the story of MercyMe's Bart Millard. The new movie's focus is on another band member, Tim Timmons, and based on the heartfelt true story behind the hit single he co-wrote,  “Even If.”  It's the inspiring next chapter of faith, family, and finding God in the...

In 1992, the book "The 5 Love Languages" found it's way into living rooms, counseling sessions, church groups, book clubs, classrooms and conversations all around the world.  It's been a minute, but the long-awaited follow-up volume is here! "The Love Language That Matters Most: How to Personalize Love So They Really Feel It " written by Dr. Gary Chapman with Drs. Les and Leslie Parrott provi...

"Dear Friend" , a new book by mindfulness expert Michelle Maros, began as an unsent breakup letter and grew into a daily guide for grounding, resilience, and reflection.  It's a collection of 365 short, heartfelt daily notes that act as a gentle companion through life’s highs and lows. I couldn't think of a better way to kick off Season 8 of "Love Someone with Delilah" than inviting Mic...

From the NYT Best Selling author of "Christmas Jars", the book that started a viral world-wide movement, Jason F. Wright with his wife, Kodi Wright, are giving us "Christmas Jars Cookbook". This delightful guide, full of stunning photos by Kodi, offer countless new ideas for gifting, answering the question, "What can I put in the jars besides money?" Jason and Kodi join us today to share some back...

For Natalie Grant her new album is a homecoming. She's been wanting to release another Christmas album since her first came out in 2005... and this year, she's done it!  "Christmas" is full of nostalgic tracks taking Natalie back to her childhood singing carols around the piano with her family, and the album also features two brand new originals: one playful, and the other spine-tinglingly be...

It's been a minute since I caught up with the fabulous Trisha Yearwood and we're cookin' up a great conversation in this podcast episode! Fresh on the heels of the acclaimed release of her songwriting album, "The Mirror", we’re getting still more new music from her this year. "Christmastime" arrived on November 7, just in time for holiday listening! This twelve-song collection features sweep...

Christmas is a time for sweet surprises... LeAnn Rimes thinks to too! She's surprising us with a new album, " Greatest Hits Christmas" full of holiday classics like "Rocking Around The Christmas Tree" and songs from Hallmark movie soundtracks including,  "You and Me and Christmas." Plus, its got two original new songs and a couple of duets - one with the sensational Luke Evans and another wit...

The boys are back in town... or they will be soon! Straight No Chaser those a capella crooners from Indiana have a brand new holiday album out, "Holiday Road", and they're rollin' across the US sharing all the new music and all the old favorites their Holiday Road Tour, named for the new record.  Walter Chase and Jerome Collins, two of the original group members, are hangin out with me today,...

Al Pitrelli, Trans-Siberian Orchestra's   main lead guitarist and live musical director, spends time talking heart-to-heart with us today.  TSO is the biggest holiday touring act in the history of the United States , playing to multi-generational, family-friendly crowds for over 25 years. Since 1999, they've played over 2,000 Winter Tour shows for more than 20 million fans and donated ov...

Grammy-winning trio Lady A  are back for a new season of joy with " On This Winter’s Night ~ Volume Two."   The first full holiday set from Charles Kelley, Hillary Scott, and Dave Haywood in 13 years features a cozy-country mix of 11 sparkling singalongs; some instant-favorite originals, modern-take classics, and timeless traditional's.  With a total of 9 children between them...

Stage and screen legend, William H. Macy, joins us to talk about a powerful new film - in theaters this Friday 10/10 - "Soul on Fire".  The movie is based on the true story of motivational author and speaker, John O'Leary, who survived near-fatal burns as a child, and went on to inspire millions. William portrays Jack Buck, baseball announcer for the St. Louis Cardinals at the time of John's...

You might not recognize her without the outlandish wigs she dons as Queen Charlotte in Bridgerton, but Golda Rosheuvel shines as the overall-sporting stoic aunty Dinah that takes in her abandoned niece in the adorable film, GROW. You'll love watching her character's transformation from gruff to gratitude. A delightful fall film about gardening, pumpkin wars, and what it means to grow as a family!...

When we "try" we're really just giving ourselves permission to postpone success, is the message from Carla Ondrasik, author of "Stop Trying: The life-transforming power of trying less and doing more."  Carla's book, which hits shelves today, outlines the steps and strategies to train your brain to filter out the noise, make choices, and step into the activity you've decided upon to meet a goa...

It's been a minute since I was able to sit down and talk with the inimitable Sarah McLachlan, but today I got my chance! Sarah is in a new chapter of her life and releasing new music that reflects the experiences that have shaped her and her dreams for the future. BETTER BROKEN, releases on September 19th and it is as soulfully beautiful as anything we expect from this three-time GRAMMY winner, an...

Many of us, (of a certain age) know John Ratzenberger from his portrayal as Cliff Claven from Cheers, and many more of us (of a much younger age) know his voice from his Pixar characters; Hammy from Toy Story, Mack from Cars, and The Underminer from The Incredibles... But he's with us today to talk about a lesser known role, that of Mike, an angel, in an early Dallas Jenkins movie, "What if...". "...

The Fairly OddParents, debuted almost 25 years ago and is Nickelodeon’s second longest-running television series of all time. Its creator, legendary animation pioneer Butch Hartman, recently launched  Butch Hartman Studios  to produce uplifting, original, faith-based and mainstream animated programming for kids and families. He hit the ground running with  The Garden Cartoon&n...

Most known as one-third of the 7x Grammy award winning group Lady A, seasoned and celebrated singer-songwriter Charles Kelley is also a chart-topping performer on his own. His 2016’s solo debut  "The Driver" , led to another Grammy nomination and now he's releasing his second solo project. "Songs for a New Moon", out on June 25th, has a full-on 80's sound, without, as Charles calls it,...

New music from The Doobie Brother's is on it's way! The band will release their newest studio album " WALK THIS ROAD" in June featuring 10 newly recorded tracks including “Walk This Road,” “Call Me” and “Lahaina.”   Tom Johnston and Pat Simmons are with us today to give us the inside scoop on the album, the upcoming tour, and share their feelings about...