Real Talk Web Series

Episode 107 “The Long Road Home” In this week’s episode, Todd and AJ catch us up on their lives, starting with a discussion on searching for contentment in life and how sometimes it seems impossible to find. From here they discuss what to do when the fruit of our lives fails to display our faith—does it mean we aren’t who we think we are? Then, it’s on to questions asked by YOU, including: how do...

In this week’s episode, the guys continue with “Topic Tuesday” (Yep, still working on the name...). They start by catching up a bit with their life and how the ups and downs of life lead to “falling deeper into grace”, and how God doesn’t just offer us incredible grace...but mercy. From here it’s on to the topic of “Christian leadership”: what is it? What’s the difference between what we are TAUGH...

Episode 105 “Christian Scandals and Sinful Ripples” In this week’s episode, the guys take advice from the “fam” and start a new monthly format, “Topic Tuesday” (Yeah...we need a better name). Each month they will take on a specific topic and discuss it, find what The Bible says about it, and overall “dive deep”. This week, the guys take on “Christian scandal” by using two recent situations that ro...

Why doesn’t life feel full? Why don’t I have joy? Why is my marriage so empty? Why are my relationships failing? Why do I have no true friends? Is this all life is? Wake up, go to work, eat, TV/video game, sleep. Repeat. Just existing until we die? Is this it? Are these the questions you often ask yourself? No fancy words this week. No jokes. No games. You want REAL talk? Join the guys for exactly...

Episode 103 “Unusual (Stranger) Things” In this week’s episode, Todd and AJ bring another MASSIVE episode. Topics start off with strange times in the world (are we in a movie?), walls in Christianity, and why does it feel like one religion has so many different “teams”? From here, the guys take on some anonymous questions asked by YOU, including: what have been the most surprising experiences—good...

Episode 102 “Whose Pants Are These?” This week brings us a “king-sized” episode of Real Talk! Todd and A.J. Start the show by discussing the strange tale of A.J.’s pants (Yes, you read that right...). They then discuss their lives, including: choosing positivity and joy, and how that has impacted their week; and what to do when the world wants you to hate yourself. From here they dive into anonymo...

In this week’s episode, Todd and AJ bring us the first episode “post-episode 100”! The conversation starts with a raw discussion on the wounds caused from past relationships and the effect that can sometimes cause on our present relationships. Do we make “silent vows” that impact our future without even knowing it? From here the guys turn to the idea of “looking in the mirror” and how hard it can...

Here it is—EPISODE 100! In true Real Talk fashion, you’ll have to check out what, if anything, the guys cooked up to celebrate (Don’t get your hopes too high...). What we CAN promise, is that this week’s episode is filled with transparent and deep conversation as Todd and AJ dive into the idea of “not wanting to race” and if society has programmed us to never “fail”...by not ever trying. From here...

In this week’s special episode, Todd and AJ celebrate a birthday and discuss life (while Funtern Clint threatens to derail the show...). They start by discussing the difficulties of processing and sharing thoughts with loved ones. From here, they move on to how to make a difference in a the world when it all feels “too big”. Finally, they dive into questions asked by YOU, including: does focusing...

In this week’s episode, Todd and AJ start off the show by discussing last week’s heated “Live” episode. This leads to a discussion on the idea of free speech (don’t worry, it’s not really political) and how God views political parties. From here, the guys change gears and then to questions asked by YOU, including: what does the church do to help new Christians grow in their faith; does Jesus want...

Episode 97 “Self-Help Jesus” In this week’s episode, Todd and AJ start off the show by sharing the day’s pre-show topic of conversation and trust us...it’s both ridiculous and hilarious. From here they discuss “good moods” and what they have found to be the difference between last week’s “bad mood” and this week. This leads to a discussion on what two trees and self-help books have to do with our...

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In this week’s episode, Todd and AJ give us the Christmas episode—with a twist. They start by diving into questions asked by YOU, including: favorite Christmas movies; what can we take from a section from 1 Timothy about treasure; favorite thing about Christmas; and do men or women struggle more with “comparisons” in relationships. Then...it’s on to what we’ve all been waiting for—the conspiracy e...

Episode 94 “Greener Grass” In this week’s episode, Todd and AJ share what they’ve learned from Cardi B and the “lifestyles of the rich and the famous”... what really does lead to happiness? From here, they turn to questions asked by YOU, including: how can we console people who’ve experienced true grief; does not taking medical treatment for a deadly disease count as suicide; who do pastors go to...

Episode 93 “The Shadow Ban” In this week’s episode, Todd and AJ ditch the normal format for the show and go waaay down the rabbit hole, discussing topics such as: what is “the shadow ban” and did it happen to the guys; the odd, sometimes nonsensical, “rules” of 2020; aliens in Israel (“Galactic Federation”); and wrestling without handshakes.  They also fit an some questions asked by YOU, including...

In this week’s episode, Todd and AJ hit the ground running as they tackle some questions asked by YOU, including: what is your favorite thanksgiving food; what if “I were the devil”...; and do angels interact with us and if so, could we recognize them? After this, it’s on to sharing how their lives have been going, including how AJ feels about preaching his first sermon, and some of the big opport...

In this week’s jam-packed episode, the guys start by sharing some encouragement they received last week. From here they briefly discuss if things can ever “go back to normal” after this crazy year. Then, it’s on to questions asked by YOU, including: what does idolatry look like in the “entertainment age”; why did Jesus have to die on the cross; is there any real hope for people struggling with add...

This week, the guys dive “headfirst” into this strange election season and how it seems to be affecting society (and their own lives)—how do we know what’s true and not true? Then it’s on to questions asked by YOU, including: does the evil/hate/violence of the world/current events ever get overwhelming and how does God view it; how do we find discipline when we don’t have any “desire” to do the th...

In this week’s episode, Todd and AJ give us a full, jam-packed episode. They start by discussing the current election and what it might be revealing about society. Then they turn to opening gifts given by the infamous, Tim—find out what’s in the bags...? From here they turn to talking about the power of prayer and “heresy”. Finally, they turn to questions asked by YOU, including: will you shut dow...

In this week’s episode, Todd and AJ unveil the new set as the kickoff to Season 2 of Real Talk! After discussing all the changes—including AJ’s “makeover”—the guys respond to feedback they received from last week’s show on an article by John Piper. From here, they discuss some questions asked by YOU, including: their reaction/thoughts on Justin Bieber’s song, “Holy”; and what to do when you make a...

In this weeks episode, the guys have a secret... see if you figure it out before they tell you (it’s not Todd’s red, sinus-inflamed face). This week’s topics include: the desire to “go home” and when, if ever, things “make sense”; how it seems like most of us seem to play “hide and seek”; looking for opportunities to love in the “crazy and small”; what does Jesus mean when he talks about “measurem...

In this week’s episode, Todd and AJ get into a deep discussion on the relationship between faith and works and how serious Jesus takes His followers being people of love and compassion (this one gets emotional). How does chasing a prostitute fit into this? They then turn to some questions asked by YOU on: why would Jesus tell us to “hate our family” and a strange parable about weddings, patches, a...

In this week’s episode, Todd and AJ catch us up on their weeks—including starting with AJ’s fear of “losing time”. From there, they dive into a wide variety of topics including messages that upset people, speaking in “tongues”, and being proud of accomplishments. Finally, they turn to questions asked by YOU, including: scary leadership; do spiritual gifts change; how to create community; and the d...

In this week’s jam-packed episode, the guys go all out in our longest episode to date! They start by discussing what FEELS like impossible standards set by the people of the Bible and the effects that can sometimes have on us. From there, they turn to what the Covid pandemic has done to the church in 2020 and possibly beyond. They then discuss an interesting encounter with a “deliverance ministry”...

In this weeks episode, Todd and AJ are all over the board—starting off talking about their battles with lavalier mics and ending on the topic of how to regain passion for serving and spreading The Gospel. In between, they share some of their lives and talk about good days and how communication can help make our lives less anxious. The rest of the show discusses anonymous questions asked by YOU on...