Quick Start

By CBN News

The Quick Start Podcast provides top news headlines from a Christian perspective. Featuring Dan Andros, Tré Goins-Phillips, Billy Hallowell with special reporting from Madison Seals. Run length: 15-30... more

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The podcast currently has 1,314 episodes available.

Quick Start episodes:

June 25, 2026Thousands Feared Dead in Quake Disaster, Undercover Pastor, Psalm 71
Help Persecuted Christians TODAY: https://csi-usa.org/quickstart/
Christian Solidarity International
On today's Quick Start podcast:
NEWS: A catastrophic earthquake devastates Venezuela as officials fear the death toll could climb dramatically. We have the latest on the rescue effort and international response.

FOCUS: Billy Hallowell shares the incredible story of Dale Sutherland, who spent years serving as both an undercover narcotics officer and a pastor—using both callings to point people to Christ.

MAIN THING: Another horrific massacre of Christians in Nigeria. CBN's Raj Nair talks with Building Zion founder Alex Barbir about the latest attack, the growing persecution crisis, and what believers around the world need to know.

BIBLE VERSE: Psalm 71:14 — "As for me, I will always have hope; I will praise you more and more."
SHOW LINKS
Radical Revelations with Raj Nair https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/radical-revelations/id1888511250

Faith in Culture: https://cbn.com/news/faith-culture

Heaven Meets Earth PODCAST: https://cbn.com/lp/heaven-meets-earth

NEWSMAKERS POD: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/newsmakers/id1724061454
...more
23min
June 24, 2026Nate Bargatze 'Controversy' at WH, Religious Liberty WIN, John 14
Help Persecuted Christians TODAY: https://csi-usa.org/quickstart/
Christian Solidarity International
On today's Quick Start podcast:
NEWS: A Texas judge who refused to perform same-sex weddings wins a major legal victory and a $640,000 payout. Plus, a new Gallup survey finds most Americans still believe religion is a positive force and want more of it in society.
FOCUS: Generation Z is bucking expectations. New data shows younger Americans are attending church and sharing their faith more than other generations — but there are still some troubling trends beneath the surface.
MAIN THING: Clean comedian Nate Bargatze is suddenly at the center of controversy after attending a White House event. Billy Hallowell and Raj Nair unpack the backlash and what it reveals about culture.
LAST THING: John 14:6 — "Jesus answered, 'I am the way and the truth and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me.'"
SHOW LINKS
Radical Revelations with Raj Nair https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/radical-revelations/id1888511250

Faith in Culture: https://cbn.com/news/faith-culture

Heaven Meets Earth PODCAST: https://cbn.com/lp/heaven-meets-earth

NEWSMAKERS POD: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/newsmakers/id1724061454
...more
28min
June 23, 2026US Soccer Team Praises God, Randy Kay NDE, Revelation 21
Help Persecuted Christians TODAY: https://csi-usa.org/quickstart/
Christian Solidarity International
On today's Quick Start podcast:
NEWS: US Men's National Team players are using the World Cup spotlight to openly honor God, gathering for prayer after another victory and inspiring ministry efforts reaching tens of thousands around the globe. Plus, the Justice Department launches a civil rights investigation into a New York coffee shop accused of discriminating against a Jewish congressman over his support for Israel.

FOCUS: Randy Kay recounts his near-death experience after contracting MRSA, sharing what he says he saw in heaven and why the emotional memories remain vivid two decades later.

MAIN THING: Faith and sports collide on the world stage. CBN Sports' Will Dawson joins us to discuss the U.S. team's public prayers, ministry opportunities surrounding the World Cup, and why athletes are using soccer's biggest stage to point people to God.

LAST THING: Revelation 21:4 reminds believers of God's promise that one day death, pain, and tears will be no more.
SHOW LINKS
Radical Revelations with Raj Nair https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/radical-revelations/id1888511250

Faith in Culture: https://cbn.com/news/faith-culture

Heaven Meets Earth PODCAST: https://cbn.com/lp/heaven-meets-earth

NEWSMAKERS POD: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/newsmakers/id1724061454
...more
24min
June 22, 2026PM's Shock Resignation, Parents Jailed for Homeschooling, Psalm 56:3
Help Persecuted Christians TODAY: https://csi-usa.org/quickstart/
Christian Solidarity International
On today's Quick Start podcast:
NEWS: Britain's Prime Minister Keir Starmer announces he'll step down after devastating election losses. Plus, a Brazilian family is sentenced to jail for homeschooling their children, raising new concerns over parental rights.

FOCUS: Radio host Steve Deace joins Billy Hallowell to discuss Steven Spielberg's "Disclosure Day" and why Christians shouldn't fear questions surrounding extraterrestrial life.

MAIN THING: California Attorney General Rob Bonta is suing Heartbeat International over abortion pill reversal. Heartbeat President Jor-El Godsey explains why he says the case threatens women's choices and pro-life ministry.

LAST THING: Psalm 56:3 — "When I am afraid, I put my trust in you."
SHOW LINKS
Radical Revelations with Raj Nair https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/radical-revelations/id1888511250

Faith in Culture: https://cbn.com/news/faith-culture

Heaven Meets Earth PODCAST: https://cbn.com/lp/heaven-meets-earth

NEWSMAKERS POD: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/newsmakers/id1724061454
...more
21min
June 19, 2026VP Vance Joins CBN News for Key Questions on Iran, Israel, Proverbs 18
Help Persecuted Christians TODAY: https://csi-usa.org/quickstart/
Christian Solidarity International
On today's Quick Start podcast:
NEWS: Pennsylvania’s York Revolution canceled its Pride Night game after several players reportedly refused to wear rainbow-themed jerseys. Plus, investigators release their final report on the Titan submersible disaster, concluding the tragedy was preventable and pointing to major design failures and ignored warnings.

FOCUS: A Texas couple whose marriage was hanging by a thread found restoration and now helps other struggling couples through The Alexander House. We discuss what changed and why they believe no marriage is beyond hope.

MAIN THING: Vice President JD Vance joins CBN News exclusively to explain why the Trump administration believes its Iran ceasefire framework can work. He responds to critics who wanted the U.S. to press further and outlines why any sanctions relief would be tied to Tehran’s future behavior.

LAST THING: Proverbs 18:22 — “He who finds a wife finds what is good and receives favor from the Lord.”
SHOW LINKS
Radical Revelations with Raj Nair https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/radical-revelations/id1888511250

Faith in Culture: https://cbn.com/news/faith-culture

Heaven Meets Earth PODCAST: https://cbn.com/lp/heaven-meets-earth

NEWSMAKERS POD: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/newsmakers/id1724061454
...more
22min
June 18, 2026Iran Deal Pushback, Messi's Faith, Detransition Clinic, Romans 15
Help Persecuted Christians TODAY: https://csi-usa.org/quickstart/
Christian Solidarity International
On today's Quick Start podcast:
NEWS: Peace with Iran? A new U.S.-Iran framework deal launches negotiations, but critics warn vague provisions on Hezbollah, frozen assets, and the Strait of Hormuz could create major conflicts down the road. Plus, newly released UFO documents spark fresh claims that Russia and China may be involved in a race to reverse-engineer mysterious technology.

FOCUS: Texas Children's Hospital is launching the nation's first detransition clinic after a lawsuit forced major changes. Billy Hallowell explains the landmark case, the broader victories it produced, and why detransitioners' stories are drawing renewed attention.

MAIN THING: Lionel Messi is once again making headlines, but this time it's not just because of his performance on the field. CBN's Raj Nair and Stephen Briggs discuss Messi's postgame comments and the growing number of athletes openly praising God on the world's biggest stage.

LAST THING: Romans 15:13 — "May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in him, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit."

SHOW LINKS
Radical Revelations with Raj Nair https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/radical-revelations/id1888511250

Faith in Culture: https://cbn.com/news/faith-culture

Heaven Meets Earth PODCAST: https://cbn.com/lp/heaven-meets-earth

NEWSMAKERS POD: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/newsmakers/id1724061454
...more
22min
June 17, 2026Mom’s Call Stops Terror Plot Against White House, Jeremiah 17
Help Persecuted Christians TODAY: https://csi-usa.org/quickstart/
Christian Solidarity International
On today's Quick Start podcast:
NEWS: Teen terror plot targeting America’s 250th celebration foiled after a suspect’s mother alerted police. Plus, markets rally over the new U.S.-Iran agreement, even as Israel and Iranian dissidents warn against celebrating too soon.
FOCUS: Christian singer Ben Fuller shares how God changed his perspective and why following Jesus means surrendering everything.
MAIN THING: MLB is warning San Francisco Giants pitchers who wrote Bible verses on their caps during Pride Night, sparking a debate over faith and free expression in sports.
LAST THING: Jeremiah 17:7 — “But blessed is the one who trusts in the Lord, whose confidence is in him.”
SHOW LINKS
Radical Revelations with Raj Nair https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/radical-revelations/id1888511250

Faith in Culture: https://cbn.com/news/faith-culture

Heaven Meets Earth PODCAST: https://cbn.com/lp/heaven-meets-earth

NEWSMAKERS POD: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/newsmakers/id1724061454
...more
24min
June 16, 2026MLB Warns Christian Players, Gay Marriage Support Drops, Deuteronomy 6
Help Persecuted Christians TODAY: https://csi-usa.org/quickstart/
Christian Solidarity International
On today's Quick Start podcast:
NEWS: MLB warned three San Francisco Giants pitchers after they wrote Bible verses on their caps during the team's Pride Night game. Plus, authorities say they disrupted an alleged plot targeting President Trump's White House UFC event before it could be carried out.

FOCUS: New research on faith transmission reveals what helps children develop lasting beliefs — and what churches and parents can do to foster mature faith in the next generation.

MAIN THING: Support for same-sex marriage is slipping from its early-2020s highs, with Republicans showing the largest shift. Billy Hallowell speaks with Tony Perkins about why many Americans are reconsidering the promises made during the push for legalization and the cultural consequences they believe followed.

LAST THING: Deuteronomy 6:5-9 reminds believers to love God wholeheartedly and diligently pass their faith on to their children.
SHOW LINKS
Radical Revelations with Raj Nair https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/radical-revelations/id1888511250

Faith in Culture: https://cbn.com/news/faith-culture

Heaven Meets Earth PODCAST: https://cbn.com/lp/heaven-meets-earth

NEWSMAKERS POD: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/newsmakers/id1724061454
...more
24min
June 15, 2026Spielberg on Aliens and Faith, Major Iran Deal Update, Psalm 119
Help Persecuted Christians TODAY: https://csi-usa.org/quickstart/
Christian Solidarity International
On today's Quick Start podcast:
NEWS: Trump announces a new agreement with Iran aimed at ending months of conflict and reopening the Strait of Hormuz, a key artery for global oil supplies. Plus, tragedy in India after two pastors were among six hostages found dead amid ongoing ethnic violence in Manipur.

FOCUS: Steven Spielberg’s new film Disclosure Day is raising questions about aliens and faith. Efrem Graham joins us to discuss why Spielberg included spiritual themes and whether Christians should be concerned if extraterrestrial life exists.

MAIN THING: A major survey from FIRE finds many law professors believe free speech is headed in the wrong direction on college campuses. Nathan Honeycutt joins Madison Seals to explain the concerns and what can be done to reverse the trend.

LAST THING: Psalm 119:160 — "All your words are true; all your righteous laws are eternal."
SHOW LINKS
Radical Revelations with Raj Nair https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/radical-revelations/id1888511250

Faith in Culture: https://cbn.com/news/faith-culture

Heaven Meets Earth PODCAST: https://cbn.com/lp/heaven-meets-earth

NEWSMAKERS POD: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/newsmakers/id1724061454
...more
24min
June 12, 2026'Islamic Dilemma' Goes Viral, Joy Villa, Luke 1:37
Help Persecuted Christians TODAY: https://csi-usa.org/quickstart/
Christian Solidarity International
On today's Quick Start podcast:
NEWS: Another major children's hospital is ending transgender procedures for minors after a Justice Department settlement. Plus, Christian leaders gather in Jerusalem to combat rising antisemitism and defend biblical truth.

FOCUS: Singer Joy Villa shares how she escaped Scientology and found faith in Jesus Christ, explaining the experiences that led her away from the movement and toward Christianity.

MAIN THING: A viral apologetics argument known as the "Islamic Dilemma" is reigniting debates between Christians and Muslims. One of its most outspoken advocates, David Wood, explains why he believes the challenge raises difficult questions for Islam.

LAST THING: Luke 1:37 — "For with God nothing shall be impossible."
SHOW LINKS
Radical Revelations with Raj Nair https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/radical-revelations/id1888511250

Faith in Culture: https://cbn.com/news/faith-culture

Heaven Meets Earth PODCAST: https://cbn.com/lp/heaven-meets-earth

NEWSMAKERS POD: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/newsmakers/id1724061454
...more
28min

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How many episodes does Quick Start have?

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