The Crossmap Podcast's Top Episodes 0f 2024
For those who might not know, The Crossmap Podcast features inspiring heart-to-heart conversations with Christian newsmakers of the day including authors, experts, pastors, and entertainers on topics that are good for the entire family while honoring your faith-based values.
Crossmap managing editor Chris Carpenter engages guests in thought-provoking but light-hearted banter on subjects that shape and influence our culture through the lens of faith. Our goal is to have our listeners gain valuable insight on how to live a meaningful Christian life and experience a few laughs along the way too.
2024 was a banner year for the podcast as we celebrated our 100th episode in October and look forward to charging into 2025 with an exciting line-up of new guests as well as some old friends who will return for another appearance.
This year has included an overwhelming number of amazing guests who stopped by to chat about a host of fascinating topics that included spiritual accountability, how to effectively share the Gospel in a non-threatening way, and even some best practices for surviving the apocalypse (well, sort of).
So, without further adieu, gather up the family, grab a mug of hot cocoa (or egg nog if you prefer), and fire up your favorite listening device because the following are the top ten Crossmap Podcast episodes of 2024. Enjoy!
Pulitzer-Prize Nominated Journalist Troy Anderson on His Startling Discovery in ‘The Trump Code’
Anderson joins us to talk about why parallels between modern day politics and a novel from long ago is more than mere coincidence. Listen as he shares evidence that time travel isn’t just the stuff of science fiction by scientific fact. But how does this relate to Donald Trump?
Former Porn Star Joshua Broome on the ‘7 Lies That Will Ruin Your Life’
Broome joins us to talk about why so many people struggle to find their identity and purpose and how pornography tries to fill that void. Listen as he urges parents to overcome their fears and engage in honest dialogue about sex with their kids and highlights that it is a beautiful aspect of life that God intended for marriage.
Comedian Chonda Pierce on What is Funny … and What is Not
Chonda joins us to talk about the good, bad, and ugly parts of her life. Listen as she expresses why it is important for her to share these secrets with people and what advice she has for someone who is scared to share traumatic experiences with family and friends.
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Dr. Josh Axe on the Best Way to Find Your Sense of Purpose and Fulfill Your Greatest Potential
Dr. Axe joins us to discuss how to be mentally and physically strong and how to best overcome the vices that hold you back. Listen as he shares some best practices on how to find and develop a more meaningful life.
Worship Artist Kim Walker-Smith on Finding a Place of Victory in Her Music
Walker-Smith joins us to talk about why she decided to take a break from music several years ago and how God inspired her to return. Listen as she shares why it is so vitally important to introduce worship to children at a young age and the foundational roots of what became her new album ‘Trample’.
‘Forging’ a New Path for Discipleship and Mentorship with Alex & Stephen Kendrick
The Kendrick Brothers join us to talk about the importance and high value of discipleship. Listen as they share how to instill Godly values in the younger generation, and practical ways to live out your faith on a day to day basis.
The Babylon Bee’s Joel Berry on Best Practices for Surviving the Apocalypse
Berry joins us to talk about how satire and humor can go a long way in helping people to successfully navigate our unforgiving world. Listen as he shares the deeper reason behind why The Babylon Bee writes the things they do.
Actors Cameron & BJ Arnett on Discipleship, Spiritual Accountability and ‘The Forge’
This husband and wife acting team join us to talk about what compelled them to want to work together on this faith-inspiring movie. Listen as they share why it is so critically important to stand in the gap and provide nurturing guidance to the next generation of young adults.
Duck Dynasty’s Willie Robertson on Turning Darkness into Light One Conversation at a Time
Willie joins us to talk about why well-meaning Christians often shy away from sharing the Gospel with people. Listen as he shares why it is mission critical to understand that sharing the Good News is not preaching but simply having a conversation.
Filmmaker Todd Komarnicki on What Fueled Dietrich Bonhoeffer to Be a Pastor, Spy, and Assassin
Komarnicki joins us to talk about what fueled this hero to take a stand that subsequently led to his execution in 1945. Listen as he shares about the role that faith played in Bonhoeffer’s life and decision making process.
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Have a Merry Christmas, Happy New Year, and above all, happy listening!
