The Charles Billingsley Podcast

"I believe in You!" Those are some of the most powerful words you can ever say to or about your children. This week's amazing guest is Dr. Meg Meeker... pediatrician, counselor, and author of "Strong Fathers, Strong Daughters." She turns culture on its head and shares how most of what we see and hear in today's culture is really breaking families apart. But there is hope... and the answer is not a...

We've heard the debates between Creation versus Evolution. But have you ever heard both sides from the same person from the engineering point of view? It's not exaggeration to say that Mark Horstemeyer is one of the brightest people in America. He's worked on everything from better vehicle design to the football helmet to why the space shuttle exploded. Today, he sits down with Charles to show how...

What perfect timing to have a Chef on the day before Thanksgiving! Chef William Sigley got his start in Las Vegas where he worked under renowned chefs such as Wolfgang Puck, Todd English, and many more. Now, he brings all that experience to this unique podcast where Charles, Brandon, and Adam pick his brain on the best Thanksgiving holiday appetizer, main course, and, of course... dessert! Yo...

Sandi Patty has sung before Presidents and packed coliseums. She is one of the most highly acclaimed performers of our time with five Grammy® awards, and more than eleven million units sold. But in this podcast, she speaks from her heart and gives us the backstory about her most well-known songs. And she gives you the best advice about not just singing a song – but telling a story.

It’s the highest crowd-funded media project of all time! And now, The Chosen has just started a new season. Dallas and Amanda Jenkins are the creators of this amazing TV show that’s whole purpose is telling the story of Jesus of Nazareth and the people that were closest to him – the disciples. In this episode, Amanda takes us through how the process of getting started with this series was really b...

If you’ve sung - or heard a worship song lately – it may have been written by this week’s guest. Michael Neale is a Dove Award winning songwriter, best-selling author, and veteran worship leader. But we know him best as a longtime friend! Charles, Adam, and Brandon have the privilege to go behind the music with Michael and find out how worship isn’t his profession but his lifestyle. He shares abou...

She was at the top of her profession with a husband and beautiful daughter. What Michelle Hord didn't know was that tragedy was right around the corner. And when the unthinkable happened, she found solace in God and one word – YET. Join Charles and the podcast team for the unbelievable story of an amazing woman who had it all taken away but keeps moving on with others in mind each and every day.

We are in the heart of football season. Have you ever wondered what the NFL is like behind the scenes? This week, Charles talks with his friend, Terrell Fletcher, former NFL running back with the San Diego Chargers. You’ll hear incredible stories as well as how -and why - he left the NFL, became a pastor and started a church! And now he is talking about a subject many don’t want to tackle… race re...

When she found out her son, Hunter, was going to be born with Down Syndrome she says that she had a second of think that God was mad with her. But when she saw her beautiful baby, she knew that not only did God give her a gift – He gave her something extra! Find out what that is and how it has now turned into a thriving, sweet business.

He's the man behind some of the country's biggest events and conferences you may never have heard of. But Phil Waldrep's personal story is one that you really must hear... as well as some funny behind the scenes stories. Charles and Adam catch up with their friend from many years and many miles in this week's episode.

When she heard some women talk about going to a halfway house, Brenda Lovelady knew that sounded wrong. She decided they needed a “wholeway house”. But rather than just talking about it, she felt she needed to provide it. Well, what started with just a few women led to her whole house full… and that was just the beginning. But it didn’t come without struggle and a price to be paid. Hold on for thi...

He's been a pastor for decades, worked at the highest levels of corporate America, and spoken at some of the biggest conferences. But Ike Reighard is not about name recognition and climbing the ladder, but about personal encouragement and true motivation. And even more than that - he's one of Charles best friends and mentors. Today, he shares his personal story of love, loss, and how God lifted hi...

You may know him from his decades as a sports writer or as an internationally renowned and best selling author. Mitch Albom has sold more than 40 million books, like Tuesdays with Morrie, Five People You Meet in Heaven, and many more! But behind the words on the page is an incredible life worth emulating. It's a life that is impacting so many others from his home in Detroit to the streets of Haiti...

Welcome to Season 2! And we kick it off with an amazing woman who had gone through more than most of us could ever imagine. Mandy Young lost her leg and hip and almost died before she turned 9 years old. But even though she continues to fight constant health battles, she embraces life with an amazing vitality. And she reminds each one of us to live each day to the fullest - no matter what! Living...

Get ready to laugh a ton - and even shed a few tears - as we wrap up this season. Hear the heart of why Charles wants to continue to do what he’s been doing for the past three decades.

This time of year is special for Charles as it marks the anniversary of when he started his solo singing career. But this year is extra special because it marks 30 years! Charles joins Adam and Brandon in this two-part podcast as they crank up the “time machine” and take us all down memory lane for how it all started and some incredible memories from the road. All that plus a behind-the-scenes loo...

Shannon Bream thought she was headed into the legal field with a shiny new law degree... but decided to head down a different road which meant she had to start from scratch. Charles dives into her inspirational story as well as what goes on behind the scenes of network news. You'll really get to know this award-winning news anchor and hear about her latest best-selling book.

Jenita Pace understands what it means to go through some of life's toughest trials. She is in the everyday process of coming back from the lowest of lows in her own life and in the life of her family. But, as Charles finds out in this heart-touching podcast, a brand new book has helped her discover that healing is always available and sometimes, it starts with a name.

Wes Jones knows firsthand what it means to live through a real nightmare - and it happened to him while his brother Reggie watched in horror. Charles dives into this incredible story to find out how these two brothers were able to make it through, start their lives over, live out a dream, and then find it all crashing down again! You won’t want to miss a minute of this amazing story of a brother’s...

Chesson Hadley is living out his dream But it's not exactly what you think. Yes, after a ton of hard work and sacrifice Chesson has been been on the PGA tour since 2014. He's experienced amazing highs and dramatic lows. But as Charles finds out in this podcast, his main goal is to be an encouragement and blessing to any and all he comes into contact with... whether he just shot a hole in one or is...

Coach Hugh Freeze is synonymous with winning. No matter whether he's at Arkansas State, Ole Miss, or Liberty University, his teams are ready to play the game and compete. He is more than a coach to these young men - he is a mentor. But in this podcast, Charles and Coach take it deeper than just the X's and O's and talk about what really matters - how to come back from defeat and have a game plan n...

Greg and Janna Long are much more than just worship leaders and music artists. They are encouragers who love the local church and can't wait to talk about the God they serve. In this insightful episode, go behind the scenes with Charles as he sits down virtually with his good friends from Houston, TX. You'll find out how some of the most popular songs from their solo and Avalon days came into exis...

Larry Bell has been coming alongside literally thousands of people for decades helping them heal and find true reconciliation. In this insightful episode, Charles talks with Larry about his new book called, Keeping the Knot Tied... the Covenant of Marriage. They'll delve into the model of marriage which is as simple as drawing a triangle - but if you can master each side it may strengthen your mar...

In one of the most poignant podcasts yet, Charles talks with Sara Granitza from Israel. Granitza previously worked in Israel's high-tech sector as well as for former prime minister, Benjamin Netanyahu. But now her mission is working for Yad Vashem, Israel's Holocaust Museum in Jerusalem. Learn what life is really like for a family living in Israel. How tragedy can come at any moment. But through i...

Pat Williams is a basketball Hall-of-Famer, co-founder of the NBA’s Orlando Magic, and former general manager of four other NBA teams. And, as you will hear on this podcast, he is one of America’s top motivational and inspirational speakers. And he and his wife were probably the original 19 kids and counting! Charles dives into his incredible life and legacy and finds out there is so much more tha...