Revival Town Podcast

EP 271: In this episode of  Revival Town Podcast , we sit down with  Fergus Scarfe , Head of Ministry Relations for GOD TV, joining us from the southwest of England. Fergus shares his personal journey of faith, how God opened the door for him to step into ministry through global Christian media, and what his role at GOD TV looks like behind the scenes. From unexpected opportunities to faith-filled...

EP 270: It’s a brand new year, and a brand new chapter for Revival Town Podcast. In this episode, co-hosts Andy King and Chuck Tate sit down for an honest, behind-the-scenes conversation about the reset and rebrand of the podcast, why this season matters so much, and what listeners can expect moving forward. They reflect on where Revival Town has been, what God has been stirring, and how clarity,...

EP 269: The Future of Revival Town Podcast After five incredible years and more than 100,000 downloads, Andy and Chuck sit down for a special episode reflecting on the journey of Revival Town Podcast — from its humble beginnings to becoming one of the  Best Christian Podcasts of 2022  by  The Christian Post. In this candid and heartfelt conversation, they share some recent life updates, what it wa...

EP 268: Greg Stier is back on Revival Town Podcast! Author of  Unlikely Fighter  and  Radical Like Jesus , Greg shares how the Gospel transformed his tough, inner-city family before he was even a teenager—and why that set him on a lifelong mission to equip young people to share their faith. In this conversation, Greg unpacks the current spiritual landscape among teens, why evangelism looks differe...

EP 267: Sexuality is one of the most misunderstood topics in the church—let’s change that. This week on Revival Town Podcast, we welcome Dr. Juli Slattery—author, psychologist, and president of Authentic Intimacy. Juli has spent years helping people navigate one of the most misunderstood and often mishandled topics in the church: sexuality. In this conversation, we dive into her newest book, Surre...

EP 266: This week on Revival Town Podcast, we pause to honor and remember Charlie Kirk. Known to millions as a bold cultural voice, Charlie was far more than a commentator—he was a devoted husband, father, and follower of Jesus. In this special episode, Chuck and Andy reflect on Charlie’s life, his unshakable faith, and his courage to stand unashamed of the Gospel. We share personal reflections, p...

EP 265: After losing his wife, Stephanie, pastor and author Jim Powell set out on the Camino de Santiago in Spain. In this heartfelt conversation, Jim shares how the ancient pilgrimage became a journey of grief, healing, and discovering God’s presence step by step. From the physical challenges of the Camino to the spiritual lessons learned along the way, Jim opens up about what it means to walk wi...

In 2020, TEDx speaker and author Chris Morris experienced a life-changing encounter with God’s love after a suicide attempt. Today, he leads a thriving mental health ministry, helping others navigate depression and suicidality with both faith and therapeutic tools. In this powerful conversation, Chris unpacks his new book Resilient and Redeemed: Lessons about Suicidality and Depression from the Ps...

EP 263: This week on  Revival Town Podcast , we sit down with legendary author  Jerry B. Jenkins —the man behind more than  200 books , including  21 New York Times bestsellers  and the world-renowned  Left Behind  series, which has sold over  73 million copies . We dive into the craft of storytelling, the faith that fuels Jerry’s writing, and the impact his work has had on readers around the worl...

EP 262: This week on Revival Town Podcast, we sit down with church planter, podcaster, and leader  Josh Andrew . Josh and his wife Lexi are launching  Valley Church Phoenix  alongside Pastors Chris and Connor Moore, bringing hope and faith to the heart of Central Phoenix. With nearly a decade of ministry experience, Josh shares his passion for building the local church, investing in leaders, and c...

EP 261: In Part 2 of our conversation with award-winning filmmaker  Chris Atkins , we swap the battlefield for the high seas—and the concert stage. Chris shares the vision for his upcoming fascinating project  The Mystery of the Pirate King’s Treasure , then turns up the volume with a behind-the-scenes look at one of the most anticipated music documentaries in Christian rock history—the official ...

EP 260: Award-winning filmmaker  Chris Atkins  has spent nearly three decades capturing stories from some of the most dangerous and unforgettable places on earth. In this first half of our conversation, Chris takes us behind the making of  Dying to Live —a gripping documentary that tells the harrowing story of the October 7, 2023 massacre in Israel, when terrorists attacked a music festival, killi...

EP 259: This week on  Revival Town Podcast , we sit down with Jesse Bradley—former pro soccer player, pastor of Grace Community Church in Seattle, founder of Just Choose Hope, author, speaker, and chaplain. Jesse shares his powerful journey from living out his childhood dream as a professional athlete to nearly losing his life after taking a prescribed malaria medication while playing overseas. In...

EP 258: Returning guest and powerful communicator Bill Vanderbush is back on Revival Town to unpack his groundbreaking new book, The Sound of Your Blood: A Revelation That Will Shift the Atmosphere . This isn’t just a conversation—it’s a divine invitation to align with Heaven’s frequency and discover the spiritual vibration within you that creation is desperate to hear. Bill also opens up about th...

What. A. Week. 🙌   Tonight marks the final night of  Mission Peoria Nights —and this one went over the top! 🎉🔥 Joining us is Russell Dunne, DCP Cares/Mobile Director, who shares his powerful story and opens up about his  very first Mission Peoria experience. After being thrown into the deep end of the pool, his journey is one of transformation, compassion, and purpose. We also reflect on tonigh...

Tonight was a  full-circle moment  for  Josh Forsberg , who once attended Mission Peoria as a young kid—and now returned to  preach the Word with fire ! 🔥 Josh delivered a powerful message about  going deeper in your faith  and challenged us to  leave our chains behind . 💥One of the most memorable lines from his sermon:👉  "You can choose to pick up a chain... or pick up your Bible." You can’t b...

Night 3 of  Mission Peoria 2025  was powerful—and this episode captures the heart of it. 💥 Tonight’s guest is  Brian Wilmarth , who brought a  challenging and inspiring message  about what it means to  respond to the invitation of Jesus  and go  all in  as a follower. 🙌✝️ In this conversation, Brian shares parts of his own faith journey and unpacks what it really looks like to live fully surrend...

Ep 254: It’s Night 2 of our  Special Edition Week  and we’re back with another powerful and hilarious recap from  Mission Peoria 2025 ! Tonight’s episode features returning guest  Dave Jane , tonight’s speaker at Mission Peoria Nights, and  James Patacsil —the man who hosted the  very first  Mission Peoria back in 2002, before it ever connected with Dream Center Peoria! 🔥 You’ll hear an incredibl...

Welcome to a Special Edition Week of  Revival Town Podcast ! 🎧 We’re dropping daily recaps from Mission Peoria 2025—and tonight we kick off with Day 1! 🙌 Students rolled in and hit the ground running with team-building games, an intense round of Capture the Flag  🚩 , and a giant slip ’n slide that took fun to the next level 💦😆 . The energy is high and the week has only just begun! Tonight’s g...

EP 252: This week, Andy and Chuck take over the mic for a special episode highlighting Mission Peoria —a weeklong summer experience that’s changing lives and transforming a city. From painting inner-city churches to leading VBS-style programs in local neighborhoods, Mission Peoria empowers students to serve, love, and lead. Every day is filled with hands-on service, community outreach through Metr...

EP 251: Faith, Food, and Finding Purpose with Competitive Eater Matthew Raible What do faith, food, and fierce competition have in common? For Matthew Raible, it’s the platform God gave him to bring hope—one bite at a time.  You’ve heard of Joey Chestnut, but have you met Matthew Raible? Ranked 34th in the world by Major League Eating, Matthew joins us on Revival Town Podcast to share what it'...

EP 250: Two mics. One dream. 250 episodes later... we're still here—and still laughing. This week on  Revival Town Podcast , we’re celebrating a major milestone:  250 episodes  of faith, fun, and unforgettable conversations! Join Andy and Chuck as they take a stroll down memory lane to revisit some of the most powerful stories, hilarious moments, emotional interviews, and stellar guests from nearl...

EP 249: What happens when the president of the #1 car wax company in America becomes passionate about igniting the faith of everyday believers? You get Barry Meguiar—entrepreneur, TV host, bestselling author, and founder of  IgniteAmerica . In this episode of  Revival Town Podcast , Barry joins us to share how he and his wife Karen have been boldly living out the Great Commission for decades—by si...

EP 248: In this special episode, it’s just Andy and Chuck behind the mics as they take you on a hilarious and heartfelt journey through the origins of Revival Town Podcast. From a casual conversation during the pandemic to nearly 250 episodes later, the guys share how the show began, the wild ride it's been, and what keeps them going. They also pull back the curtain for anyone curious about st...

EP 247: What do brewing beer (yes, like the monks of old), beekeeping, and building a school of creativity have to do with church? Everything—if you're Al Gordon. This week on  Revival Town Podcast , we sit down with Al Gordon, lead pastor of SAINT in East London and visionary behind Renaissance, a movement birthing “cathedrals of creativity” around the globe. From concerts in cathedrals to pr...