Backstage with Randy Phillips

SEASON 4, EPISODE 3 

Welcome to Backstage with Randy Phillips - a lighthearted dialogue meant to inspire every heart and home to live a life of purpose. Discover how faith and laughter can light up life’s toughest moments in this uplifting episode of Backstage with Randy Phillips featuring Christian comedian Mike Goodwin. 

From growing up in a dysfunctional home to blessing audiences with clean comedy, Mike shares how humor became his God-given tool to heal and connect. His stories, like betting on an altar call and bombing on stage, will have you laughing while reflecting on God’s redemptive power. Perfect for anyone seeking hope, spiritual growth, or a fresh perspective, this episode shows how faith can turn pain into joy. Watch now to experience Mike’s bow-tie charm and faith-filled wisdom! Subscribe and give it a five-star review for more inspiring content. 

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TIMESTAMPS 

00:00 – Meet Mike Goodwin 

00:39 – The Bow Tie Story 

03:22 – Comedy Roots in Tough Times 

07:06 – First Stand-Up Moment 

09:00 – Family and Faith 

15:38 – Guppy and Wise Choices 

16:42 – Why Clean Comedy Matters 

21:29 – Military Lessons 

29:02 – The Viral “Two Things” Joke 

31:26 – Comedy and Pain 

34:20 – Blessing Through Laughter 

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Welcome to Backstage with Randy Phillips - a lighthearted dialogue meant to inspire every heart and home to live a life of purpose. 

Discover the heartwarming story behind "Guppy and the Silvery Hook," a children's book born from bedtime tales that teach kids about temptation, wise choices, and God's forgiving love. Join Pastor Randy Phillips and illustrator Amanda Jass as they share how a curious fish's adventure sparks family conversations on trust, repentance, and starting over. Perfect for parents seeking faith-filled resources to guide their children through life's hooks with joy and Jesus' truth. Find hope in creative callings, rediscover dormant gifts, and embrace second chances that lead to spiritual growth and purpose. 

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TIMESTAMPS 

00:00 – Welcome to Backstage 

00:14 – Meet Amanda Jass 

02:00 – Creative Journey Begins 

05:14 – Discovering God-Given Gifts 

09:31 – First Steps in Ministry Writing 

10:20 – Freelance Freedom and Illustration 

14:23 – Connect with Amanda 

19:23 – Guppy Book Promo 

20:31 – Origin of Guppy Story 

23:02 – Collaborating on the Book 

27:18 – Personal Resonations with Guppy 

31:04 – Ghost Writing Explained 

36:30 – Power of Stories Like Jesus 

37:50 – Final Thanks and Blessings 

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SEASON 4, EPISODE 1 

Welcome to Backstage with Randy Phillips - a lighthearted dialogue meant to inspire every heart and home to live a life of purpose. 

ABOUT THIS EPISODE 

Join Randy Phillips as he sits down with Tauren Wells, a dynamic Christian artist and pastor, for an inspiring conversation about faith, music, and purpose. Tauren shares his journey from singing in church choirs to touring with icons like Lionel Richie and Mariah Carey, all while staying grounded in his calling to spread joy and hope. Discover how his new book, 'Joy Bomb', unpacks the Beatitudes to reveal God’s blueprint for true happiness. This episode is a heartfelt exploration of humility, surrender, and the power of living for God’s glory. Perfect for anyone seeking spiritual growth, encouragement, or a fresh perspective on life’s challenges. Subscribe and join us for this uplifting story! 

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#JoyBomb #ChristianLiving #FaithJourney #ChristianSermon #TaurenWells #Beatitudes #FindHope #SpiritualGrowth #LiveWithPurpose 

TIMESTAMPS 

00:00 – Welcome to Backstage 

00:47 – Meet Tauren Wells 

01:34 – Family and Faith Roots 

04:50 – Growing Up in Church 

08:01 – Music and Ministry Beginnings 

13:29 – Breakthrough Moments 

17:19 – Touring with Legends 

23:12 – Joining Lakewood Church 

27:03 – Guppy and the Silvery Hook Ad 

28:06 – Planting Church of Whitestone 

34:58 – Joy Bomb: The Book 

47:35 – Preaching vs. Singing 

53:41 – Closing Thoughts 

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SEASON 3, EPISODE 10

Welcome to Backstage with Randy Phillips - a lighthearted dialogue meant to inspire every heart and home to live a life of purpose.

ABOUT THIS EPISODE

In this powerful Backstage with Randy Phillips season finale, bestselling author, podcaster, and former divorce attorney Toni Nieuwhof shares her journey from toxic shame to true healing—and how even the most impressive résumé can hide deep emotional pain.

With honesty, humor, and faith, Tony opens up about:

• Her marriage struggles with Carey Nieuwhof

• The lie of performance-based identity

• How shame shaped her parenting and faith

• Practical steps to heal through counseling, EMDR, and spiritual practices

• A beautiful breath prayer that’s helped her experience God’s love daily

Whether you’re battling feelings of worthlessness, overachieving to feel accepted, or questioning your value, this conversation will bring freedom, clarity, and hope.

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TIMESTAMPS

00:00 – Welcome to the Season Finale  

00:28 – Meet Tony Newhoff: Lawyer, Pastor’s Wife, Believer  

01:55 – The Unusual Call to Divorce Law  

03:12 – The Story Behind “Before You Split”  

04:24 – A Marriage Restored After Nearly Giving Up  

06:00 – Should Every Marriage Be Saved?  

07:29 – How the Church Can Support Women Better  

09:02 – Helping People Love Being Home  

10:24 – The Home Environment and Family Climate  

11:09 – Why Counseling Belongs in the Church  

12:46 – Bringing Christ’s Light into Therapy  

14:06 – The Resume That Masked Deep Shame  

15:14 – The Hidden Pain of Childhood Abuse  

16:45 – From Self-Sufficiency to Healing  

18:07 – How Shame Shaped Her Parenting  

20:00 – When Independence Feels Like Isolation  

21:38 – Hope for Women Battling Shame  

23:10 – Tools That Helped Tony Heal  

24:02 – Shame, Genesis, and the Voice of the Enemy  

25:34 – Shame Revealed Slowly Over Time  

27:10 – Timeline of Healing and God’s Faithfulness  

28:04 – Meditative Prayer Practice on God’s Love  

29:03 – Breath Prayer: “Be Loved / Beloved”  

30:09 – Why This Practice Has Changed Her Life  

30:48 – Closing Words and Blessing

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SEASON 3, EPISODE 9
Welcome to Backstage with Randy Phillips - a lighthearted dialogue meant to inspire every heart and home to live a life of purpose.

In this episode, Randy sits down with Anthony Evans who shares  shares:

✅ The loss of his mother and how it shaped his faith.

✅ Wrestling with God when prayers weren’t answered as expected.

✅ How worship in brokenness can lead to deep healing.

✅ The pressures of being a preacher’s kid and finding his own identity.

✅ His new album “Revive”, filled with songs that helped him heal.

If you’ve ever struggled with loss, doubt, or finding purpose, this episode is a must-listen—a raw and real discussion about trusting God in the hardest seasons of life.

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Connect With Anthony Evans: https://www.instagram.com/anthonyevansjr/?hl=en

TIMESTAMPS

0:00 – The weight of grief & choosing to worship anyway

1:09 – Intro: Growing up as Dr. Tony Evans’ son

2:28 – Finding his own identity apart from family expectations

5:53 – Music in the Evans house: Gospel, Temptations & limited TV

9:01 – His first experiences with music & singing

12:05 – The wisdom & impact of his mother

14:43 – How his mother’s faith shaped the entire Evans family

18:02 – The pain of unanswered prayers

19:59 – His lowest moment: Doubting his faith after losing his mom

22:01 – Learning to be honest with God in grief

24:19 – The key to healing: Allowing yourself to feel

25:29 – New album “Revive”—songs that helped him heal

27:14 – The song “This Is My Thank You”—a tribute to his mother

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Welcome to Backstage with Randy Phillips - a lighthearted dialogue meant to inspire every heart and home to live a life of purpose.

ABOUT THIS EPISODE
In this deep and transparent conversation, Tony & Alisa DiLorenzo sit down with Randy Phillips to discuss the raw, realities of marriage—its struggles, healing, and breakthroughs.

They share:

✅ How their marriage nearly fell apart but was restored.

✅ The impact of pornography addiction and the road to healing.

✅ How losing their child shaped their faith and marriage.

✅ Why authenticity and vulnerability are crucial in Christian marriages.

✅ The 6 Pillars of Intimacy—a game-changing framework that has transformed marriages worldwide.

Whether you’re newly married or decades in, this episode will challenge & equip you to cultivate intimacy, fight for your marriage, and embrace God’s redemptive power.

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Connect w/ the Tony & Alisa: https://oneextraordinarymarriage.com/

TIMESTAMPS

0:00 – Intro: Why sharing your struggles frees others

1:09 – Tony & Alisa’s journey: 28 years of marriage & transformation

2:02 – The reality of marriage: same struggles, different seasons

3:33 – The impact of their podcast (15 years & counting!)

4:39 – What it feels like after pouring into marriages on stage

6:16 – The power of impacting just one marriage at a time

6:49 – How churches & couples find hope just before divorce

8:03 – Radical authenticity: How being open changes lives

10:33 – How they built a bold and unfiltered marriage ministry

12:53 – Do their kids get embarrassed? (Yes!)

14:43 – Why Christian couples need real conversations about sex

16:48 – Why the church needs to reclaim the conversation on intimacy

19:18 – The moment they realized God was calling them to this work

20:48 – Breaking down the Six Pillars of Intimacy

22:19 – Physical vs. Sexual Intimacy (Why they’re different!)

24:30 – Why pornography destroys marriages

27:48 – The emotional wounds of porn addiction & how to heal

29:00 – Losing their baby: The heartbreak, grief, and redemption

32:26 – How grief nearly tore them apart (and what saved them)

35:10 – Why financial intimacy is a top struggle for couples

37:44 – The pillar that shocks people the most (Spoiler: It’s not what you think!)

39:10 – 40 years of marriage wisdom from Randy Phillips

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SEASON 3, EPISODE 7

Welcome to Backstage with Randy Phillips - a lighthearted dialogue meant to inspire every heart and home to live a life of purpose.
 

ABOUT THIS EPISODE

In this inspiring episode of Backstage with Randy Phillips, special guest Annie Dupre (founder of the Annie Moses Band) shares her journey of faith, family, and the power of the arts in shaping culture. From her early training at Juilliard to leading a multi-generational movement to reclaim music, theater, and storytelling for God’s glory, Annie discusses how excellence in the arts is a spiritual calling and why the Church must invest in the next generation of creatives.

She and Randy explore the balance between discipline and passion, how Christian artists should navigate secular opportunities, and the importance of preserving biblical values in the arts. Whether you’re a parent raising artistic children, an aspiring musician, or someone passionate about transforming culture, this conversation will ignite a fresh vision for how the arts can shape the future.

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TIMESTAMPS

0:00 – The danger of selfish ambition in the arts

0:44 – Introducing Annie Dupre: the story behind the name

1:54 – The fusion of folk, Celtic, jazz, and classical influences

3:46 – Growing up in a family of musicians & early influences

6:08 – What it means to be Juilliard-trained and why it matters

8:25 – The turning point: Leaving Juilliard & starting the Annie Moses Band

10:21 – A surprising first tour: from one performance to 32 bookings

11:24 – Sustaining a family band since 2002

12:55 – Challenges of traveling and working with family

14:39 – The power of prayer and a strong spiritual foundation

16:27 – The launch of The Wonderful World of Benjamin Cello (children’s show)

18:40 – How parents can get their kids involved in the arts

20:03 – The arts as a spiritual discipline – not just an extracurricular activity

22:12 – How media shapes culture – reclaiming storytelling for God’s Kingdom

24:10 – Facing secular resistance: The Apple TV story

27:05 – The importance of excellence in Christian artistry

30:02 – The balance between pushing your kids and letting them grow naturally

32:55 – “Singing is a spiritual act”—why music is essential to faith

36:58 – Where the arts go wrong: Selfish ambition vs. God-centered creativity

38:17 – The calling of Christian artists to shape culture

40:23 – Final thoughts: Investing in the next generation of Christian creatives

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Welcome to Backstage with Randy Phillips — a lighthearted dialogue meant to inspire every heart and home to live a life of purpose.

In this powerful episode of Backstage with Randy Phillips, special guest Larry Brey from Elevation Church shares his incredible journey of faith, sacrifice, and the heart of serving the local church. From the early days of Elevation—where he and his wife sold their home and raised their own support—to the global impact of Elevation Worship and ministry, Larry reminds us that sacrifice is not a one-time event but a lifestyle. This episode challenges listeners to examine their own commitment to serving and to recognize that faith is not dictated by finances but by obedience. Through inspiring stories and deep biblical truths, Randy and Larry remind us that God does miracles through those willing to “carry the water.”

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CHAPTERS 

0:00 – Faith should not be dictated by finances – sacrifice is a lifestyle

0:44 – Introducing Larry Brey: Elevation Church, family, and ministry journey

1:56 – Moving from Minnesota to North Carolina and his sports medicine career

4:48 – The moment that changed his faith: his brother’s miraculous healing

6:42 – Wrestling with God’s call—leaving security for obedience

8:02 – The radical sacrifice to help launch Elevation Church

9:50 – Raising support as “missionaries to Charlotte” for the first two years

10:39 – You can’t expect a new blessing from an old sacrifice

11:57 – The global impact of Elevation Church: arenas, music, and ministry

12:55 – Never lose sight of the one person in the crowd

14:39 – The challenge: post-pandemic commitment and serving in the church

16:28 – The Church’s biggest leadership challenge today: we borrowed the system of the world but not the spirit

18:15 – People are heavy on busy, light on purpose

19:11 – If you’re not helping people meet Jesus, we need your seat

21:12 – The power of a serve team: can you hear the cry of the lost?

23:37 – Why many people quit: they forget the why behind the work

25:53 – The Kingdom principle: self-denial is greater than self-care

27:05 – Without God, we cannot. Without us, God will not.

28:03 – The first miracle of Jesus: turning water into wine—but only because the serve team filled the jars

29:59 – Final encouragement: step into serving, and watch God work through you

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Welcome to Backstage with Randy Phillips — a lighthearted dialogue meant to inspire every heart and home to live a life of purpose.

In this episode of Backstage with Randy Phillips, bestselling author and speaker Jim Burns joins the show to discuss the ups and downs of parenting adult children, the importance of faith in family life, and why unsolicited advice is often taken as criticism. Jim shares powerful insights from his book Doing Life with Your Adult Children: Keep Your Mouth Shut and the Welcome Mat Out, along with practical wisdom for strengthening family relationships. With humor and authenticity, Jim and Randy dive into the challenges of launching kids into adulthood, the evolving landscape of marriage, and the power of prayer in shaping a lasting legacy.

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CHAPTERS 

0:00 – Introduction: Keep Your Mouth Shut and the Welcome Mat Out

1:05 – The importance of giving kids a passport to adulthood

2:38 – How Jim Burns was “coerced” into writing a book on parenting adult children

4:23 – Be nice to your kids, one day they’ll take away your car keys

6:04 – The unexpected challenges of the empty nest season

7:43 – 936 weeks: The limited time parents have before their kids are grown

9:56 – Why churches need to be a place for families to reconnect

11:06 – Unsolicited advice = criticism – How parents unknowingly push adult children away

14:12 – The right time to step in when your child is struggling

16:30 – The power of praying for your children—even when they’ve strayed

19:24 – A beautiful story: Jim’s grandson Huxley asks, “Where’s my name?” in grandpa’s prayer journal

22:09 – Why are young people waiting longer to get married?

24:25 – The rise of emerging adulthood and its impact on relationships

26:45 – Cohabitation vs. marriage: What the research says

29:19 – The importance of mentors in preparing for marriage

31:55 – Why young adults often turn back to church when they start families

33:40 – The transition from teens to emerging adults to adulthood

35:50 – Final thoughts: How to let go and trust God with your adult children

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Welcome to Backstage with Randy Phillips — a lighthearted dialogue meant to inspire every heart and home to live a life of purpose.

In this episode of Backstage with Randy Phillips, guest Kent Whitaker shares his powerful testimony of forgiveness, faith, and healing after an unimaginable family tragedy. He recounts the night his wife and youngest son were murdered, his own miraculous survival, and the shocking revelation that his oldest son orchestrated the attack. Through his journey, Whitaker experienced supernatural forgiveness and found peace in trusting God’s plan. This episode is a must-listen for anyone struggling with pain, betrayal, or the challenge of letting go.

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CHAPTERS 

0:00 Forgiveness is impossible without God’s help
1:02 Welcome to Backstage with Randy Phillips
2:00 Introducing Kent Whitaker and his background
4:09 Living the American dream in Sugarland, Texas
4:38 The night everything changed: Celebrating Bart’s graduation
5:17 The attack: Four gunshots at the front door
6:36 Realizing the family had been shot
7:42 The paramedics arrive and rush Kent and Trisha to the hospital
8:22 Wrestling with loss and feelings of revenge
8:48 Questioning Romans 8:28 and God’s promise
9:30 Discovering his oldest son, Bart, was also shot
10:05 Experiencing a supernatural moment in the hospital
11:10 God’s voice: What about the shooter?
12:16 The miracle of supernatural forgiveness
13:49 The Holy Spirit’s presence: A warm, golden glow
14:54 Learning the shocking truth: Bart orchestrated the attack
16:08 Choosing to stand by his son despite the evidence
17:49 Reflecting on the Prodigal Son and unconditional love
18:50 The trial: Bart is sentenced to death
20:28 Fighting for clemency and a life sentence
21:18 The final appeal to the governor before execution
22:12 A last visit with Bart before the execution
23:00 The phone call that changed everything: Governor commutes Bart’s sentence
24:22 Visiting Bart in prison and maintaining their relationship
25:07 How to forgive: Writing a letter of acknowledgment
26:31 The process of praying for a changed heart
27:40 The truth about forgiveness: It’s not forgetting
28:33 Forgiveness is impossible without God’s help
30:05 Closing prayer for those struggling with forgiveness

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