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 1,052 episodes available.

Quick Start episodes:

June 26, 2025Iranian Sleeper Cells? Plus, Christian Singer Defends CCM Amid Shock Michael Tait Allegations
On today's Quick Start podcast:
NEWS: This week, federal immigration agents arrested 11 Iranians here illegally. One arrested in Alabama was an Iranian Army sniper. Another in Houston was carrying a loaded pistol. Counterterrorism expert Barak Seener of the Henry Jackson Society in London says Iran, defeated on the battlefield, may see a sleeper cell attack as the only way it can hurt the United States.

FOCUS STORY: Rhett Walker breaks his silence and defends the CCM industry amid Michael Tait allegations.

MAIN THING: And on the main thing, Billy spoke with Johnnie Moore, the executive chairman of the Gaza Humanitarian Foundation (GHF), about his organization’s attempts to help those starving in Gaza amid Hamas’ horrors.

LAST THING: Ephesians 5:8 - "For you were once darkness, but now you are light in the Lord. Live as children of light."
SHOW LINKS
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

Navigating Trump 2.0: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/navigating-trump-2-0/id1691121630
...more
25min
June 25, 2025Iran Claims 'Historic Victory,' Man With World-Record IQ Praises Jesus and More
On today's Quick Start podcast:
NEWS: President Donald Trump said a ceasefire is currently holding between Israel and Iran. While the future is uncertain, for now, things have calmed. And with the fighting at bay, Iran’s president is claiming his nation won a “historic victory.”

FOCUS STORY: The man with the world’s highest-recorded IQ is a Christian – and he's speaking out.

MAIN THING: And on the main thing, Tre spoke with by Jed Coppenger, the author of “Fake Christianity,” about practical steps to bring spiritual disciplines into our daily lives.

LAST THING: Psalm 62:1 - "Truly my soul finds rest in God; my salvation comes from him."

SHOW LINKS
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

Navigating Trump 2.0: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/navigating-trump-2-0/id1691121630
...more
19min
June 24, 2025Trump Stuns With Reported Iran-Israel Ceasefire Deal. Plus: Heaven, Near-Death Experiences — and More
On today's Quick Start podcast:
NEWS: President Trump has announced a reported ceasefire between Israel and Iran. This comes after Iran launched missile strikes on Monday targeting a U.S. military base in Qatar. The attack came in retaliation for the weekend U.S. airstrikes on Iranian nuclear sites.

FOCUS STORY: There’s a fun new museum opening in Nashville.

MAIN THING: And on the main thing, John Burke is a pastor and author who has studied and examined more than 1,000 accounts of near-death experiences. He breaks down what that research reveals.

LAST THING: John 14:27 - "Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid."
SHOW LINKS
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

Navigating Trump 2.0: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/navigating-trump-2-0/id1691121630
...more
24min
June 23, 2025Trump's Dire WARNING to Iran After U.S. Strike, Church Heroes Stop Would-Be Mass Shooter
On today's Quick Start podcast:
NEWS: President Trump announced Saturday night that the U.S. military struck three nuclear sites in Iran, directly joining Israel’s effort to neutralize the Iranian nuclear program. As part of America’s Operation Midnight Hammer, B2 stealth bombers used bunker busters to target two of the facilities and a third was targeted through other means. Trump is now issuing a warning to Iran as the world awaits a reaction.

FOCUS STORY: A horrific situation that just unfolded in Syria, where a bombing targeted Christians.

MAIN THING: This week marks the third anniversary of Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health, overturning Roe v. Wade and holding that there is no federal constitutional right to abortion. Susan B. Anthony List’s Emily Davis spoke with Madison Seals about where the pro-life movement stands three years later and what’s next.

LAST THING: Romans 12:18 - "If it is possible, as far as it depends on you, live at peace with everyone."
SHOW LINKS
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

Navigating Trump 2.0: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/navigating-trump-2-0/id1691121630
...more
21min
June 21, 2025Jaw-Dropping Miracle Doctors Almost Missed: Sister of Kirk Cameron Reveals Supernatural Story
On today's Quick Start podcast:
Bridgette Cameron Ridenour, sister of Kirk Cameron and Candace Cameron Bure, shares a powerful miracle story of loss, faith, and God’s divine intervention — including how listening to her mother saved her daughter’s life.
Plus, watch CBN's new documentary, "Investigating the Supernatural: Miracles" here: ⁠⁠⁠cbn.com/supernatural⁠⁠⁠

SHOW LINKS
JESUS AND THE PROPHECIES OF CHRISTMAS : https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/jesus-and-the-prophecies-of-christmas/id1783607035

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

DC DEBRIEF POD: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/d-c-debrief/id1691121630

CBN News YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CBNnewsonline

CBN News https://www2.cbn.com/news

Faithwire https://www.faithwire.com
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26min
June 20, 2025Trump’s Iran Decision Looms, SCOTUS Shakes Up Trans Debate, Revival at Pitt, Psalm 119
On today's Quick Start podcast:
NEWS: President Trump says a decision on U.S. involvement in military strikes against Iran could come in just “seconds” before it happens. He’s holding out for peace—but preparing for war. With Israel striking major nuclear facilities, pressure is mounting.

FOCUS STORY: A Pennsylvania lawmaker is calling for a new state holiday—“A Day of the Bible.” Why September 12? We dig into the proposed meaning behind the date and what the lawmaker hopes to accomplish.

MAIN THING: The Supreme Court deals a major blow to the transgender medical industry with a 6-3 decision upholding Tennessee’s ban on gender transitions for minors. We’re joined by journalist Brandon Showalter to unpack what this means for parents, states, and the future of children’s health in America.

LAST THING: Psalm 119:11 — “I have stored up your word in my heart, that I might not sin against you.”
SHOW LINKS
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

Navigating Trump 2.0: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/navigating-trump-2-0/id1691121630
...more
20min
June 19, 2025SCOTUS Rules on Trans Surgeries, Iran War Heats Up, Joel Rosenberg’s Urgent Prayer, 2 Timothy 3
On today's Quick Start podcast:
NEWS: Supreme Court upholds Tennessee law banning trans surgeries and hormone treatments for minors in 6–3 decision. U.S. may join Israel in striking Iran’s nuclear facilities—tensions skyrocket as Trump demands Iran’s “unconditional surrender.”

FOCUS STORY: Author and strategist Joel Rosenberg urges Christians to pray for the “liberation of Iran,” calling this moment spiritually and geopolitically pivotal.

MAIN THING: Iranian-born missionary Lily Meschi joins Tré to describe the spiritual atmosphere inside Iran as war rages and Gospel hunger grows.

LAST THING: 2 Timothy 3:16 – “All Scripture is God-breathed and is useful for teaching, rebuking, correcting and training in righteousness.”

SHOW LINKS
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

Navigating Trump 2.0: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/navigating-trump-2-0/id1691121630
...more
19min
June 18, 2025Trump’s Warning to Iran, Ray Comfort on WWIII, Salvation Amid War, John 14
On today's Quick Start podcast:
NEWS: Trump taunts Iran’s leaders on Truth Social, hints at possible U.S. strikes—calls for “unconditional surrender.” “No Kings” protest turns violent as a demonstrator is run over in Los Angeles.

FOCUS STORY: Evangelist Ray Comfort asks: “Did World War III just start?” His urgent warning and encouragement for Christians during chaos.

MAIN THING: Is the chaos in Israel and Iran creating new spiritual openings? CBN’s Raj Nair talks with FIRM CEO Michael Mistretta about opportunities for the Gospel.

LAST THING: John 14:27 – “Peace I leave with you; my peace I give to you… Let not your hearts be troubled, neither let them be afraid.”
SHOW LINKS
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

Navigating Trump 2.0: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/navigating-trump-2-0/id1691121630
...more
20min
June 17, 2025Iran’s ABSURD Demands, Kershaw's Bold Statement, Bible Ban Reversed, Psalm 112
On today's Quick Start podcast:
NEWS: Iran’s foreign minister says a single phone call from Trump could stop their attacks—if Israel halts aggression. Dodgers pitcher Clayton Kershaw goes viral for writing a Bible verse about God’s promise on his Pride Night cap.

FOCUS STORY: A Texas school district reversed its ban on a student sharing Bible verses. What led to the decision—and what it means for Christian students nationwide.

MAIN THING: Iranians are reportedly taking to the streets to support Israel. Lana Silk of Transform Iran joins Billy Hallowell to explain why hearts may be changing inside Iran.

LAST THING: Psalm 112:7 – “They will have no fear of bad news; their hearts are steadfast, trusting in the Lord.”
SHOW LINKS
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

Navigating Trump 2.0: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/navigating-trump-2-0/id1691121630
...more
27min
June 16, 2025Minnesota Lawmaker Shooting Suspect Caught, Israel Claims Control Over Tehran Skies, Prophecy Expert Reacts, Psalm 122
On today's Quick Start podcast:
NEWS: The suspect in the deadly Minnesota lawmaker shooting has been captured after a massive manhunt. Israel says it now holds aerial superiority over Tehran after striking Iranian targets, escalating fears of full-scale war.

FOCUS STORY: Prophecy expert Todd Hampson weighs in on the chaos in the Middle East, explaining Iran’s hatred for Israel—and why Ezekiel 38-39 is back in focus.

MAIN THING: A Supreme Court ruling ends protections for over 500,000 migrants. Reverend Gabriel Salguero joins Madison Seals to talk about the ruling’s impact and how the Church can respond.

LAST THING: Psalm 122:6 – “Pray for the peace of Jerusalem! ‘May they be secure who love you!’”

SHOW LINKS
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

Navigating Trump 2.0: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/navigating-trump-2-0/id1691121630
...more
19min

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How many episodes does Quick Start have?

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