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On today's Quick Start podcast: Noelle and Sam Borgia found themselves facing the unthinkable — addiction, chaos and a threat to their marriage. But a series of "mind-blowing, monumental miracles" led the couple to true healing and restoration. Now, Noelle is out with the new book, "Silence the Lion: Wage War on Addiction and Win." Listen to their incredible story. Plus, watch CBN's new documentar...

On today's Quick Start podcast: NEWS: Teen Accused in Stabbing Released – Karmelo Anthony, charged with murdering fellow student Austin Metcalf, is now living in a gated $900K Frisco home after posting a reduced bond. The luxury setting and $440K fundraiser are drawing backlash. Iran Threatens Christian Iraq – Iranian militias are advancing into Christian towns in Iraq’s Nineveh Plains. Nadine Mae...

On today's Quick Start podcast: NEWS: Missionary Kidnapped – American missionary Josh Sullivan was abducted at gunpoint during a church service in South Africa. Authorities believe it was a ransom kidnapping. His family and church are asking for urgent prayer. Aslan Casting Backlash – Meryl Streep is reportedly being eyed to voice Aslan in Netflix’s upcoming Narnia adaptation. Critics call it a “w...

On today's Quick Start podcast: NEWS: Trump’s Easter Message – President Trump released a bold Holy Week statement declaring “He is Risen!” and announced a White House worship service led by Franklin Graham, Greg Laurie, and Jentezen Franklin. California Earthquake – A 5.2 magnitude earthquake rattled San Diego County Monday. No major damage or injuries reported, but schools evacuated as a precaut...

On today's Quick Start podcast: NEWS: Governor’s Mansion Arson – A suspected arsonist set fire to Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro’s home while he and his family were inside. No injuries reported. The suspect faces terrorism and attempted murder charges. Tariff Pause Boosts Markets – Stock futures climbed after the Trump administration temporarily exempted electronic imports from China. Trump warns...

On today's Quick Start podcast: When Christy Beam’s daughter Annabel developed a life-threatening illness, hope seemed out of reach—until a shocking accident turned everything upside down. Christy shares the astonishing true story behind Miracles from Heaven, including the moment her daughter fell 30 feet inside a hollow tree… and came back claiming she’d been to heaven. Don't miss this unforgetta...

On today's Quick Start podcast: NEWS: Daylight Saving Time Debate – Lawmakers from both parties, including Sen. Ted Cruz, say DST may no longer make sense. Health concerns and business benefits clash as Congress pushes to “lock the clock.” Tariff Tensions Escalate – Trump concedes early trade transition issues but says talks are underway. U.S. tariffs on China hit 145%; China retaliates with 84% t...

On today's Quick Start podcast: NEWS: Trump Announces Tariff Pause – President Trump introduced a 90-day pause on reciprocal tariffs after raising China’s rate to 125%, citing progress in global trade talks. Tariffs Spark Economic Jitters – Lawmakers warn new tariffs could hurt household budgets. Nearly 70 countries are negotiating new trade deals, but Americans may soon feel the pinch. Netanyahu...

On today's Quick Start podcast: NEWS: Nightclub Collapse in Santo Domingo – 44 dead and over 150 injured after a roof collapse at Jet Set nightclub; former MLB pitcher Octavio Dotel among the victims. New Theory on Mount Sinai – Scholars suggest Mount Sinai may be in Saudi Arabia, not Egypt, with growing support for Jabal al-Lawz as the true biblical site. FOCUS STORY: Phil Robertson is battling H...

On today's Quick Start podcast: NEWS: Markets Jitter After Tariff Drama – U.S. stocks surged and fell as Trump floated more tariffs on China, sparking global trade war fears. Netanyahu Meets Trump – With Iran tensions escalating, Netanyahu visits D.C. as new intel shows Hamas requested $500M from Tehran to attack Israel. FOCUS STORY: Kids on a field trip to a science center stumbled upon sexually...

On today's Quick Start podcast: NEWS: Texas Teen Murder Case Twist – Family of the accused raises $85K for legal defense while the victim’s family tops $250K for funeral aid. The case is drawing national attention. Revival at Baylor – Thousands of students gathered for 72 hours of worship during FM72, with dozens giving their lives to Christ. FOCUS STORY: A new faith report reveals surprising spir...

On today's Quick Start podcast: For actor Jesse Hutch, a near-death experience changed absolutely everything. Hutch wasn’t always gracing the big and small screens. He told CBN News about a time early on in his life, long before his movie-making days, when he was a seasoned whitewater raft guide and found himself faced with a deadly encounter. He shares the shocking miracle on today's show. Want m...

On today's Quick Start podcast: NEWS: Texas dad forgives his son’s killer after a fatal stabbing at a high school track meet. Trump defends sweeping new tariffs amid sharp market drop, saying short-term pain will lead to long-term gain. FOCUS STORY: A high-profile legal battle in Oklahoma over public funding for a religious charter school is now heading to the U.S. Supreme Court. At issue is wheth...

On today's Quick Start podcast: NEWS: Severe Storms Slam Midwest and South, Trump Enacts Sweeping Global Tariffs FOCUS STORY: A female fencer was disqualified from a major tournament after refusing to compete against a biological male identifying as transgender. USA Fencing issued a statement defending its inclusion policy, sparking fierce debate online about fairness and gender identity in sports...

On today's Quick Start podcast: NEWS: Candace Cameron Bure Announces Dave Coulier Is Cancer-Free, Operation Blessing Deploys to Burma After Deadly Earthquake FOCUS STORY: A new animated Disney series surprised viewers by including a Christian character who prays and shares her faith. The move is raising eyebrows given Disney’s recent controversies—and sparking new conversations about faith and med...

On today's Quick Start podcast: NEWS: Karoline Leavitt Talks Faith, Pressure, and Prayer at the Podium, SCOTUS Weighs If Serving the Poor Is a Religious Act FOCUS STORY: A toddler was reportedly suspended from a UK nursery after being accused of transphobia and homophobia. The story, which first made headlines years ago, is gaining renewed attention as many question how far accusations like this c...

On today's Quick Start podcast: NEWS: Burma Earthquake Kills Thousands, Elon Musk Hands Out $1M Checks in Wisconsin FOCUS STORY: Kirk Cameron joins the show to talk about his new children’s book, the importance of faith-based stories, and why he’s passionate about standing up for biblical values in today’s culture. WATCH the full interview HERE: https://youtu.be/wEI4eEu44ak THE MAIN THING: A Calvi...

On today's Quick Start podcast: When one of Colton Dixon’s newborn twin daughters was delivered without a pulse, the singer and his wife Annie chose faith over fear. In an emotional interview with CBN’s Prayer Link, the American Idol alum recalled the terrifying moment during an emergency c-section when their baby wasn’t breathing. Instead of panicking, the couple prayed boldly, believing God was...

On today's Quick Start podcast: NEWS: Bill Gates Predicts AI Will Replace Most Human Tasks, For the third day, anti-Hamas protests have erupted in Gaza, GO TELL America Crusade Draws Hundreds FOCUS STORY: A Florida mom is fighting back after her daughter experienced gender confusion at school. She says the district withheld information and violated parental rights. Now, she’s helping other parents...

On today's Quick Start podcast: NEWS: Trump Backs Mike Waltz After Leak, NPR Admits Laptop Coverage Fail FOCUS STORY: Shahar Isaac’s Plea for Hostages WATCH IT: https://youtu.be/gv9OHaQUvnY THE MAIN THING: Great American Family CEO Bill Abbott joins Billy Hallowell to talk about his bold vision to transform faith-based and family-friendly entertainment. TODAY’S VERSE: 2 Corinthians 5:7 SHOW LINKS...

On today's Quick Start podcast: NEWS: A Christian teacher is found guilty of “unacceptable conduct” in the UK for sharing biblical truth on gender—at a Christian school. Trump staffer accidentally leaks strike info to The Atlantic’s editor. FOCUS STORY: A new survey shows British Christians hold more negative views of Israel than American Christians—why the gap? We break it down. MAIN THING: Ameri...

On today's Quick Start podcast: NEWS: Astronaut Barry “Butch” Wilmore returns to Earth after 286 days and credits his faith for sustaining him. Read the full story here. FOCUS STORY: Greg Laurie shares why he believes Disney’s live-action Snow White is flopping at the box office—and whether any redemptive threads remain. MAIN THING: Jennie Allen joins the podcast to talk about revival, how God use...

On today's Quick Start podcast: NEWS: Israel ramps up operations in Gaza and Lebanon as conflict with Hamas and Hezbollah escalates; Former GOP Congresswoman Mia Love dies after battle with brain cancer. FOCUS STORY: Franklin Graham’s private letter to President Trump makes headlines—what he said, and how Trump responded. MAIN THING: The Trump administration uses the Alien Enemies Act to deport Ve...

On today’s SPECIAL Quick Start episode: Millions were moved by the miraculous story of Colton Burpo—the little boy who claimed he visited heaven during a near-death experience. His story inspired a bestselling book and a major motion picture, Heaven Is for Real. But two decades later, where is Colton now? In this powerful interview, Colton opens up about how that life-changing moment continues to...

On today's Quick Start podcast: NEWS: A surge in attacks on Tesla vehicles leads to domestic terrorism charges. FOCUS STORY: A Houston woman is arrested for performing illegal abortions—what Texas officials are saying. MAIN THING: The Supreme Court is set to hear a major case that could determine whether schools can cut parents out of gender identity discussions. LAST THING: John 15:12–14 – "Great...