In this powerful and raw episode, Jay sits down with Brian Latimore to unpack what it means to live fully alive in Christ.

From mowing lawns and praying for strangers to preaching the gospel around the world, Brian’s story is proof that obedience opens doors you never saw coming.

They dive deep into what it means to be “wild for Jesus,” how God redeems your adventurous spirit, and why saying yes to His voice will always take you further than you planned.

🎧 Listen now to “Built to Be Wild: Finding Purpose in the Fast Lane of Faith.”

 purpose, adventure, obedience, calling, discipleship, faith, missions, freedom, redemption, identity in Christ.

In this episode of the Midtown Podcast, Austin and Jay get real about what it means to live boldly after seasons of hurt and disappointment.

They open up about confusion, healing, forgiveness, and how Jesus meets us in our pain to build courage and love that looks like His.

If you’ve ever been wounded by people, the church, or your past — this episode is for you. You’ll hear stories of grace, practical encouragement for walking in freedom, and a reminder that you can’t be bold until you’ve been healed.

🎧 Listen now to “When Hurt Meets Healing: Learning to Live Boldly Again”

Keywords: faith, forgiveness, healing, boldness, identity, Jesus, freedom, emotional restoration.

In this powerful new episode, Austin sits down with Haley, Sarah, and Jay to unpack what real community actually looks like — not the surface-level kind, but the kind that changes you.

They dive into what it means to see people through the heart of Christ, how to handle conflict in friendship, and what happens when we bring our struggles into the light.

If you’ve ever felt unseen, isolated, or disappointed by people, this conversation will remind you that you were never meant to do life alone — and that true friendship is where freedom begins.

🎧 Midtown Podcast — Episode: “You Can’t Do Life Alone”

 Christian community, discipleship, friendship, vulnerability, faith journey, healing, forgiveness.

When life hits hard and the mask comes off, what do you do next?

In this powerful conversation, Josh and Bree open up about life after football, identity loss, mental warfare, and the freedom they found in Jesus. From the pressures of college athletics to the struggle of social media and finding peace in God’s presence — this one goes deep.

Jay and Austin unpack what it means to live free, fight spiritual battles, and walk daily in God’s presence even when life feels messy.

✨ If you’ve ever battled anxiety, identity, or that feeling of “I should be okay by now,” this episode is for you.

Politics today can feel chaotic, divisive, and overwhelming — so how should followers of Jesus respond? In this powerful episode of Midtown Podcast, we sit down with Shawn, with over 20 years of experience in politics, to have a raw conversation about how believers can engage without losing their identity in Christ.

We discuss how politics has shifted in recent decades, why younger generations are more involved than ever, and how to stay grounded in the Word instead of idolizing political figures. From the political era to media division, from prayer for leaders to participating as ministers of reconciliation — this episode will challenge and equip you to approach politics from a kingdom perspective.

Whether you’re politically passionate or totally disengaged, this conversation will help you reframe how you think about power, influence, and your role as a believer in the public square.

🎧 Listen now and learn how to walk faithfully, think biblically, and keep Jesus at the center — even in politics.

This week on the Midtown Podcast, we sit down with our dear friend Debbie, a spiritual mother to many in our community. She shares her powerful story of surrendering to Jesus in her minivan, encountering the Good Shepherd, and learning to walk by faith every single day.

Debbie opens up about miraculous moments—like praying for a mother whose baby was diagnosed with no hope, only to see God bring forth healthy twin boys. She also shares how her husband came back to life after 15 minutes without a pulse, revealing the reality of spiritual warfare and God’s power.

This conversation is about transformation, motherhood in faith, walking the streets with boldness, and discovering God’s heart for the broken and the lost.

👉 Whether you’ve walked with Jesus for years or are just beginning to explore faith, Debbie’s testimony will stir your heart and renew your hope.

⏱️ Timestamps0:00 – Welcome & intro to Debbie1:00 – Debbie’s early faith and the Bible study that changed everything3:20 – Her surrender moment in the minivan: “Okay, You can have it all”5:20 – A floodlight salvation experience & being born again8:00 – Learning to step in faith and walk the streets with God’s voice10:00 – Stories of God’s heart for orphans and widows13:00 – Praying for a mother whose twins were miraculously healed16:00 – Living daily faith without fear18:00 – Debbie’s heart as a mother in the faith22:00 – God as Father, Shepherd, Prophet, and King25:00 – The night Debbie’s husband died and came back to life27:30 – Learning God’s power through resurrection life29:00 – Debbie’s encouragement for anyone seeking faith30:30 – Closing thoughts & next week’s update

In this episode of Midtown Podcast, Austin sits down with worship leader and creative T.C. Chambers for a powerful conversation about freedom, healing, and creativity.

T.C. shares his personal journey — from wrestling with anger, depression, and ADHD to experiencing a breakthrough moment where Jesus shattered the “glass box” he felt trapped in. He opens up about the role of mentors, the power of words spoken in seasons of struggle, and how God can use both doctors and youth pastors to bring breakthrough.

This conversation also dives into:

• Healing from anger and depression through Jesus

• The importance of words that speak life

• How creativity flows best when rooted in God

• Practical rhythms for staying healthy as a leader and creator

• Why delight in God brings true freedom and joy

Whether you’re battling discouragement, longing for creativity, or simply needing encouragement, this episode will remind you of the kindness and friendship of Jesus.

In this episode of Midtown Podcast, Austin and Jay dive deep into what revival truly means—not just as a cultural buzzword, but as a biblical reality. They talk about seasons of uncertainty, finding God’s timing “right on time,” and the importance of surrender over striving.

Together, they explore:

• How revival begins personally, not corporately

• Why revival isn’t just hype, but death to life

• Returning to your first love and keeping the fire on the altar burning

• Guarding against disappointment when God moves differently than expected

• Practical encouragement for living fully awake and on fire for Jesus

And yes… they even end up talking about salted watermelon and how simple things remind us of God’s goodness.

This is an episode about revival, remembrance, and renewal that will encourage you to go back to the fire and live out the love of Jesus in your daily life.

Jake Mass joins Midtown to talk about living simply before God, loving like little children, and choosing unity over rivalry. From a WWII trip that sparked “resolve,” to the church tradition about John’s final words—“love each other like little children… because it is enough”—this episode calls us back to trust, presence, and obedience in everyday moments. If you’ve felt pressure to perform or the pull to “arrive,” this will help you slow down and return to Jesus.

In this heartfelt episode, we sit down with worship leaders, songwriters, and father-daughter duo Chuck & Lily Hooten. From Lily’s first terrifying worship set to becoming a full-time musician, to Chuck’s wisdom on parenting, worship, and surrender, this conversation is packed with encouragement, laughter, and truth.

We talk about overcoming fear, living a lifestyle of worship, why surrender is the real definition of success, and how to help others step into freedom. Plus, Lily shares details about her upcoming song release Had a Dream and her Chattanooga show with Gabe Baker.

Whether you’re a worship leader, parent, or someone learning to trust God more deeply—this one’s for you.