Episodes

Jase, Al, and Zach respond to an emotionally raw husband who finally confessed his lifelong porn problem and is now facing the painful fallout. The guys talk honestly about how secrets choke intimacy, why confession hurts before it heals, and how hiding only multiplies the damage that sin has already done. They pivot into Phil’s old “soul-sleep” way of describing death and compare it to Jesus’ promise of paradise and Paul’s glimpses of the world to come. The guys land on why believers can face b...

Jase comes in fired up after spotting a fake news post about himself, Willie, and Miss Kay — and he’s not moving on until he clears the air. Meanwhile, Al rounds up his brothers and Uncle Si in the duck blind for opening day, and it becomes obvious fast who can actually hunt…and who absolutely cannot. Plus, Jase uncovers something on his property that even a treasure-hunting expert can’t identify — and has a bizarre run-in with a stranger in the middle of nowhere. http://unashamedforhillsdale.co...

Al, Zach, John Luke, and Christian explore the principle of “no kings” and how cultural envy pushed Israel to demand a leader who looked impressive but lacked character and paid for it dearly. The guys trace the fallout from choosing Saul, contrast it with David’s repentant heart, and show how wanting to resemble other nations sent Israel down a destructive path. In this episode: Genesis 11; Genesis 12; Genesis 3, verse 24; Genesis 4; Exodus 14; Exodus 16; Exodus 17; Exodus 25; Deuteronomy 17; ...

Jase puts science and Scripture side by side to explore what really happens when we die, from decay and consciousness to the promise of resurrection. The guys tackle the big question head-on: did Jesus actually go to hell between the cross and the empty tomb, and what does that mean for believers like Phil who are with the Lord but still awaiting resurrection? Plus, Kim Bright sheds light on the devastating effects of microplastics on human health and offers a solution that’s surprisingly simple...

Uncle Si helps his best friend, Philip McMillan, baptize the sister he never knew he had, and Philip credits Jase and Phil with changing the trajectory of not just his own life but generations of his family. Si gets real about what happens when people keep putting off the decision to follow Jesus, and the guys dig into what the Bible says about trusting God even in moments of fear or anxiety. Plus, Si reveals what happened when he dared to preach to an inmate who was not interested in anything h...

Jase describes a creepy encounter that put him on edge when he thought he was alone in the woods and unveils a bizarre but strangely fitting analogy about handheld vacuums and mortality. Honoring Phil with an opening-day hunt leads the guys into a conversation about death, the physical reality of our bodies breaking down, and the haunting mystery of what becomes of our souls. The study of John 19 brings them to Jesus’ burial, the stark imagery of New Orleans tombs, and the eerie stillness of the...

Jase looks fondly back on Phil’s last hunt, and Al shares breaking news about the upcoming movie telling his and Lisa’s full redemption story. Al’s daughter Alex joins the guys to talk about revisiting painful family history, healing through transparency, and how to face and talk about generational trauma with honesty and grace. The guys wrap with a deep dive into John 19 and 20 and the meaning behind the water, blood, and renewal found in Jesus’ death and resurrection. In this episode: Romans 1...

John Luke drops his big baby news with a major twist, and the announcement leads into a candid conversation about family legacy as the guys share their thoughts on the greatest strengths and weaknesses of their fathers. Their study of 1 and 2 Samuel, along with the greater story of David, shows them why honesty about both sides matters when you’re raising kids, leading people, or passing on faith to the next generation. Christian weighs in with a few family insights of his own, including the tim...

Missy and daughter-in-law Brighton join Jase and Al for a conversation on the power of mentorship, generational faith, and surviving the chaos of early motherhood. Brighton opens up about feeling overwhelmed, spiritually starved, and learning to carve out time with God while raising children. Missy shares the life-changing wisdom she received from older women during her own exhausting season, and Jase admits he was probably a big contributor to her stress. Everyone shares what Jesus’ crucifixion...

Jase and Missy team up for a lively retelling of the sweet, slightly improvised “Footloose moment” she and Cole pulled off during their mother–son dance at his wedding. Missy discovers a hidden family heirloom that makes the perfect wedding gift, and takes a moving look at how the Mia Moo Fund quietly saved a National Guard family during the government shutdown. She and Al also open up about the importance of mentorship, the powerful spiritual breakthroughs she’s witnessed, and why being a Titus...

Jase, Al, and Zach launch a heated debate over what can technically be considered worship music, with Phil still remembered as the king of spinning secular songs into spiritual messages. The guys dig into the truth behind Jesus’ final words on the cross, and Jase pulls out the weirdest rule in the entire Bible off the top of his head. Plus, a trucker’s unexpected testimony has the guys wondering if a country music collab might be on the horizon. In this episode: John 19, verses 1–37; Genesis 22,...

Al, Zach, Christian, and John Luke welcome the return of Dr. Justin Jackson of Hillsdale College for a funny and fascinating deep dive into Exodus. Christian invites Al to a workout he justifiably declines, and John Luke admits there’s a classic Robertson pastime he just can’t master. Dr. Jackson explains why Exodus may be the most important book in the Bible, how Pharaoh mirrors Satan, and why God consistently uses weakness to reveal his strength. The guys explore Moses’ transformation from stu...

The guys reflect on how much their understanding of the kingdom has grown since the early days of the podcast and use John 19 to contrast the deadly misuse of law with the life-giving work of the Holy Spirit. Jase points out that the Jewish leaders tried to kill Jesus “by the book,” while never stopping to ask the only question that mattered: what if he really is the Son of God? The guys explore the danger of legalism, the difference between living like a slave under law versus a son filled with...

Jase had no idea he’d be facing the “Abominable Snowman” today, but he wastes no time attacking its wintry fashion, which would never pass the smell test in Phil’s duck blind. The guys dive into the difference between the ancient law of Moses and Jesus’ fulfillment of that law on our behalf. Jase uncovers a verse about the one debt Jesus didn’t pay for us, and Zach and Al paint a beautiful picture of theological diversity united in Christ. In this episode: Acts 2, verses 44–47; Acts 20, verse 7;...

Jase cracks Al and Zach up remembering the last real fistfight he and Willie ever had, a brother-on-brother brawl that ended with Miss Kay being furious and Jase feeling life-altering shame. The guys pile on more memories of Willie’s biggest pranks, including a deeply disturbing Cheese Whiz attack, and admit the Robertsons may have taken things a little too far in their younger days. The guys show how Jesus, the true bread from heaven, leads the way as a brand-new creation. Tomorrow Clubs’ Paul ...

In this episode: Romans 4, verse 17; Hebrews 2, verses 14–18; 1 Samuel 5, verses 1–7; Daniel 7, verses 9–14; Revelation 1, verses 12–16; 2 Corinthians 5, verses 10–21; John 19, verses 5–16; Revelation 12, verse 11; Deuteronomy 17, verses 14–20; 1 Samuel 8, verses 4–22; Romans 1, verses 18–20 “Unashamed” Episode 1210 is sponsored by: Stand firm for values that matter. Join the fight & give today at https://www.frc.org/unashamed https://duckstamp.com/unashamed — Get your all-new digital duck stamp...

Al and Zach lose their composure when John Luke walks onto the set with a surprise introduction to his pet mascot, sparking a favorite memory of Phil comparing himself to the late Steve Irwin, the Crocodile Hunter. The guys then examine Moses’ response to the Israelites building a golden idol while he was in God’s presence receiving the Ten Commandments. Al adds that Indiana Jones’ treatment of the Ark of the Covenant in Raiders of the Lost Ark might be one of the few things Hollywood ever got r...

Jase gets lovingly roasted by a self-proclaimed “dork” who calls him out for talking too much and he has to admit, it’s true. The listener’s tongue-in-cheek “Unashamed Drinking Game” exposes all the guys’ funniest and worst habits, leading Zach to suspect it might be a Robertson family member secretly trolling them. The guys pivot to a lively discussion about why unity in Christ matters more than denominational lines and how Jesus’ resurrected body defies description yet fills us with hope for o...

Jase and Al open the episode with a sheepish “my bad” after a producer fact-checks one of their rock-’n’-roll memories. What started as an innocent mix-up turns into a full-blown investigation involving parade floats, PETA, and a certain ‘80s icon who wasn’t who they thought she was. The guys marvel at how a simple slip becomes “fake news.” The guys connect the crown on Jesus’ brow back to Adam’s curse, and examine how unbridled idolatry leads to the ruination of generations of lives. In this ep...

Al kicks things off with a rock-and-roll mystery—was it Pat Benatar or Joan Jett who once snubbed the Robertsons on their tour bus? Jase follows it up with a story of how one bold comment may have permanently ended his shot at golfing with Masters champion Bubba Watson. Zach shares a sweet family milestone that has everyone feeling sentimental and grateful. The guys reflect on the crown of thorns from John 19, exploring how something meant for mockery became the ultimate symbol of mercy, kingshi...

Jase and Al reminisce about their family’s brief history as teenage “runaways,” when no one bothered to send a search party—and how that hands-off parenting style turned out to be pretty effective. Guests Jeremy and Melissa Souza of Good Simple Living share how they built an off-grid homestead from scratch, raised their kids with purpose and grit, and found real community beyond the internet. The guys, Jeremy, and Melissa laugh about learning self-reliance the hard way, surviving on wit and curi...

Christian Huff’s confusion at the name “Pat Sajak” proves daytime TV is officially a thing of the past, and Al and Zach take the opportunity to school the younger guys using the legendary story of Granny Robertson’s double Price Is Right showcase win. John Luke and Christian manage to finesse a free lunch out of the ever-frugal Zach by taking him at his word. The guys turn to Exodus 19, where God hands down the Ten Commandments, explore how covetousness sits at the heart of every other sin, and ...

Cooler temps have Jase missing Phil and imagining exactly what he’d be saying about all the missed weather reports. Jase points out how people have always craved the same three things—sex, money, and power. Al and Zach connect the dots from the ancient kings of Israel to the modern world’s obsession with the same idols. The guys dive into how Jesus turned the entire system upside down, conquering not through wealth or force but through sacrifice, proving that real power comes from surrender, not...

Uncle Si crashes the podcast to flash his dazzling new smile and prove that a little dental drama can’t dull his humor. Missy faces a car ride nightmare when a creepy-crawly stowaway nearly sends her leaping out the door, while Jase scrambles to play hero. Al, Jase, and Zach swap stories about looks, aging, and an infamous instance of tooth loss during a family gathering. The guys move on to John 18 where Jesus conquers the greatest empire on earth without lifting a finger—winning through surren...