Episodes

Christian actor, director, and author Kirk Cameron bonds with Phil over their graying beards, their love of Jesus, and willingness to stand on the front lines of Christianity. Kirk reveals the unlikely way that he became a Christian and shares how he is creating alternatives to the inappropriate children’s books that seem to be popular in schools. Phil, Al, and Kirk discuss how to live a godly life in a time when it’s looked down upon in popular culture. See all the projects Kirk is working on a...

Phil gets on his soapbox about a certain technology overtaking today’s youth as Jase attempts to point out the pros rather than the cons. Phil gets a new landline from an unlikely source, and the guys issue a stern warning to parents about cell phone use for themselves and their kids. The guys discuss how to approach the Kingdom with a childlike mindset, full of trust and wonder. In this episode: Luke 18, verses 15-17 https://barrelbuddy.com — Get a better way to take care of your firearms with ...

Phil cracks the guys up describing his struggles with time zones, daylight savings time, clocks, watches, and all things related to timekeeping. Phil is missing just one letter from his encyclopedia collection, and Zach has some good news about the award for this award-winning podcast. The guys talk about humbling ourselves before the Father and the importance of humility in prayer and attitude. In this episode: Luke 18, verses 9-14; 1 John 1, verse 5; 1 John 2, verse 3; John 8, verses 44-47 htt...

Jase feels the urge to write an explosive new book about the kingdom of Jesus with Zach, though their conflicting styles may result in a big mess. Phil causes a stir onstage at church and does some good old-fashioned research since he doesn’t utilize the internet. The guys discuss the nature of Christianity and how living a faithful life is good, though difficult, here on earth. Zach reiterates advice on how to live in the atomic age without fear. In this episode: Colossians 1, verses 11-12; Heb...

Phil reveals the prayer he prayed for a long time before it was answered in a way he never expected, and Jase inspires a young man to work harder. Zach’s influence has Jase sprinkling fancy words into his teaching, and the guys try to wrap their heads around God’s existence outside of time and what it means for our short lives. In this episode: Psalm 102; Psalm 110; 1 John 5, verses 13-15 https://policygenius.com/phil — Get FREE life insurance quotes and see how much you could save Own "The Blin...

After many weird forays into his own mind, Jase finally comes up with a movie idea that just might work! Zach gets roasted by Willie and Jase separately, and Jase reveals a time he was stunned into silence by his son’s rebuke. The guys explore the idea of God as a father figure and the family design that he built for humanity. Then they look at prayer and the purpose it serves in human lives, as well as the debate around the “right” way to pray. In this episode: Luke 18, verses 1-8; Luke 11, ver...

Now that his sons are grown and successful, Phil has no qualms about splitting a bill that he's been footing for their entire lives! Jase’s intensive Bible study lately leads him to step onto his kingdom soapbox when prodded by his buddy, and the guys explore the biblical “keys” given to Peter by Jesus. Jase reveals the most common thing he finds on treasure hunts, and it’s probably not the treasure you’d expect! In this episode: Luke 18, verse 1; Luke 11, verse 52; Matthew 13, verses 31-32; Act...

The guys explore the when, where, and who of Jesus’ kingdom on earth and in heaven. Jase is confident in his idea of what eternity will be, and the guys suppose that trying to literally discern the symbolic language of the Bible is a losing battle. Jase’s mind is blown by the concept of housing the Holy Spirit in his earthly body. In this episode: Luke 17, verses 20-37; 1 Corinthians 12, verse 13; Ephesians 2, verses 19-20; Isaiah 28, verse 16; Acts 7, verses 51-53 https://tommyjohn.com/phil — G...

Jase has returned from recent travels with fresh stories of his own feats of derring-do, though for all his efforts, he’s rebuffed by airline staff and deemed by Phil to be an unfavorable travel companion. Zach is saved by an "Unashamed" fan in the middle of nowhere, and the guys get into a fiery discussion about the “third temple” and the coming of the Lord. The guys delve into the rich history of those who’ve divined the end of days and what scripture has to say about the once and future kingd...

Phil and the guys are joined by someone whom they’ve inspired to speak out about Jesus: country singer, songwriter, and internet sensation Buddy Brown and his wife, Bootsy. Phil cracks wise about his reputation for bucking the dress code wherever he goes, and Al draws a line between the Robertson family as seen in “The Blind” and the Robertson family of today. Buddy encourages the next generation to stand up for faith and backwoods wisdom. The guys, Buddy, and Bootsy lament the way that modern e...

Sadie and Christian Huff join the guys to talk about their new book, “How to Put Love First,” their lives as parents, and where God is leading them these days. The guys and Sadie recall what they learned from the chaotic energy of the “Duck Dynasty” era, and Sadie admits that the day she decided to marry Christian was the same day she’d decided to dump him altogether! Christian is in the midst of learning a new skill set that the Robertson family is ready and willing to teach him. See the rest o...

Jase’s adventures in Maryland take a turn for the weird as Jep’s fall down the stairs results in a UFO sighting. Al gets taken back to his childhood, where he and Jase accuse Willie of being the bed-wetter of their trio. Lisa Robertson joins the guys in talking to special guest Michael Seifert about his solution for people who don’t want to spend money with big corporations that shun conservative beliefs. Shop your values locally and online with Public Square at https://publicsq.com , and check ...

Phil addresses a question that has been posed by many “Unashamed” fans but never before answered, and Jase gets put in the hot seat over his antisocial characteristics. Phil and Jase discuss the bounty of “flying protein” at an undisclosed location and their pride in youngest brother Jep’s hunting performance. The guys examine the religious debate about exactly when and where the kingdom of God is coming, and Al lays out three essential things Jesus teaches his disciples in Luke. In this episode...

Phil’s lease of a bar back in the 1970s relates easily to the guys’ study of how people rationalize their sins and are twisted to Satan’s purpose. Phil expounds upon the pedigree of Jesus, and Al clarifies a little more about faith the size of a mustard seed. The guys explore the concepts of forgiveness, reconciliation, and restoration as laid out by Jesus. In this episode: Luke 17, verses 1-19; Mark 11, verse 25; Hebrews 12; Romans 12, verse 19 https://samaritanministries.org/unashamed — Get a ...

Phil baptizes a mother and daughter who have spent their lives on picket lines as activists, and Jase gets dissed in person by someone who’s definitely not a fan. The guys use biblical clues from the story about the rich man and Lazarus to guess at the nature of heaven and hell. They also hazard a guess as to the powers Jesus’ resurrected body possessed, and Jase discovers a literal hell on earth. In this episode: Luke 16, verses 19-31; 2 Thessalonians, verse 7; Isaiah 52 & 53; Revelation 21, ve...

Jase’s participation in the Mighty Oaks Gala has him buzzing with appreciation for America’s military veterans, though the “after-party” didn’t quite go as planned! Uncle Si apparently hid some classified information so well that even he couldn’t find it again, and Phil reckons the government wants nothing to do with Jesus. The guys discuss the plan for eternity and why it’s so hard for mankind to wrap their heads around eternity and heaven. In this episode: Luke 16, verses 19-31 https://barrelb...

Phil’s solo journey across multiple parishes with absolutely zero information about his destination is the stuff of a legend that only Phil can pull off. Jase struggles to explain the meaning of the word “woke” to Phil, and the guys discuss the greatest injustice that ever happened. Jase unveils his theory about the “parable” of the rich man and Lazarus, and the text reveals a window into both heaven and hell. In this episode: Luke 16, verses 19-31; Philippians 3, verses 19-21; Philippians 4, ve...

Phil quizzes Siri to see if she knows more than her cousin Alexa, and Jase discovers Miss Kay’s twin in Mississippi. The guys try to decide if keeping recipes to yourself is acceptable in the eyes of Jesus and have an illuminating biblical discussion about marriage, divorce, adultery, and forgiveness. They cover the context of the marriage commands delivered by Jesus in Luke 16, as well as how that context translates to our actions in the modern world. In this episode: Luke 16, verses 16-18; Mat...

Jase’s thoughts on the mythical Bigfoot shift a little when he beholds Willie’s eerie resemblance to the famous creature. The debate rages on over other creatures in the Louisiana swamps, but Si has surrounded himself with a crew of believers. The guys recall their first encounters with "Unashamed” contributor Larry Bowles and explore the difficult concept of money and wealth as a follower of Jesus. In this episode: Luke 16, verses 1-14; Matthew 5, verses 17-20 & 31; James 1, verses 7-8 https://...

Phil recalls a scene from “The Blind” that features one of the last conversations he ever had with his old drinking buddy Big Al Bolen before his death, and Jase enjoys making the religious people squirm with a certain parable about money. The parable leads the guys to a discussion on earthly riches versus heavenly ones, and where the Pharisees in Jesus’ day went wrong in their hearts. In this episode: Luke 16, verses 1-18 https://covenanteyes.com — Get 30 days FREE when you enter code PHIL http...

Jase offers a glowing report from the Mia Moo Foundation Family Weekend, where the charity he, Missy, and Mia started welcomes families with children suffering from craniofacial complications. Phil and Al recall their own moving experiences welcoming home wounded soldiers and their families, and the guys tackle the difficult subject of why bad things happen to good people. Jase gives some advice on finding joy in spite of suffering and gets emotional as he recalls Mia’s singing performance over ...

Phil’s friend Jersey Joe has mastered the art of making blue-winged teal edible, and the guys are salivating over the recipe. Jase casts some doubts on claims made in the duck blind this season, so he puts on his super sleuth hat to find out who did what. The guys delve into the story of not one, but two prodigal sons. Plus, when we spend time with people, does that mean we endorse their bad habits or sinful lifestyles? In this episode: Luke 15; Luke 16, verse 18 https://barrelbuddy.com — Get a ...

Jase reveals the impact of a skill he learned at Granny and Pa’s knees. From card games to dominoes to church softball games, Jase has left tears and near-fights in his wake! Phil once played softball for the church league and used his NFL-caliber arm, to the awe of spectators. The guys camp out in Luke 15 to discuss the characters of three different parables and how each of us can identify with nearly every one of them in some way. Jase proposes that Jesus isn’t a trash-talker, but he is a trut...

Jase is fired up over his new toy, though the reason for it isn’t so flattering. Phil recalls his trip to New Zealand where his Gospel preaching didn’t appear to go so well at first. The guys discuss the parable of the prodigal son, though most people miss the lessons to be learned from the older brother. Jase ponders why Jesus was comfortable in the presence of outcasts and why the Pharisees weren’t. In this episode: Luke 15; Galatians 2, verse 20; Galatians 3, verses 26–27 https://tommyjohn.co...