It’s a big episode for Maya Richter this time on Down Gilead Lane, as Ryan and Michael review episode 21 (2-8), “All 4 One.” Aside from the massive character development for a former antagonist, this episode also shows contrasts between the Morrisons and Richter families, a competent incorporation of a real-life ministry, how a heart for service changes people, and still more hints about Grace Andrews’ past.

Links: https://linktr.ee/returntogilead

Credits

Hosts: Michael LaFaver and Ryan Matlock

Editing and music arrangement: Michael LaFaver

Music post-production: Israel Ownbey

Cover artwork: Bethany Burnett

Return to Gilead is a review podcast based on episodes, logos and artwork, and music produced for and with permission from Keys for Kids Ministries.

Things are starting to unravel in Michael and Ryan’s review of episode 20 (2-7) of Down Gilead Lane, “Bo-ring.” In this discussion of a more laid-back episode, the two reviewers bring up Timmy and Michael Morrison’s consistent writing, foreshadowing of the underlying plot, comparisons and contrasts with other episodes, and an unnerving retcon for Mr. Key. Plus, feedback from two surprise listeners!

Links: https://linktr.ee/returntogilead

Credits

Hosts: Michael LaFaver and Ryan Matlock

Editing and music arrangement: Michael LaFaver

Music post-production: Israel Ownbey

Cover artwork: Bethany Burnett

Return to Gilead is a review podcast based on episodes, logos and artwork, and music produced for and with permission from Keys for Kids Ministries.

It’s the halfway point of Season 2! Michael and Ryan discuss the proper introduction of Ms. Kopek in episode 19 (2-6) of Down Gilead Lane, “When Push Comes to Love.” Hannah Matlock comes on again to talk about her experience with abusive managers at work and how the episode’s advice may fall short. Also, Ryan and Michael explore what it means to “turn the other cheek,” the Cinderella parallel, and good sound design.

Links: https://linktr.ee/returntogilead

Credits

Hosts: Michael LaFaver and Ryan Matlock

Editing and music arrangement: Michael LaFaver

Music post-production: Israel Ownbey

Cover artwork: Bethany Burnett

Special thanks: Hannah Matlock

Return to Gilead is a review podcast based on episodes, logos and artwork, and music produced for and with permission from Keys for Kids Ministries.

Do you know the best way to cook brussels sprouts? Well, you will after this review of episode 18 (2-5) of Down Gilead Lane, “Whine Not”! Co-hosts Michael and Ryan talk about the first plot that Michael’s lukewarm about, Haley’s internal resolution to her internal conflict, name brands in Coleraine, the tragic disappearance of the storyline of Haley’s bugs, and Freddy Falstaff getting dunked on.

Links: https://linktr.ee/returntogilead

Credits

Hosts: Michael LaFaver and Ryan Matlock

Editing and music arrangement: Michael LaFaver

Music post-production: Israel Ownbey

Cover artwork: Bethany Burnett

Return to Gilead is a review podcast based on episodes, logos and artwork, and music produced for and with permission from Keys for Kids Ministries.

On today’s episode, the Freddy Falstaff special extended edition (not really), Ryan and Michael explore the topic of cheating and enabling in episode 17 (2-4) of Down Gilead Lane, “The Cheater.” The two hosts bring up whether Freddy is or isn’t actually a good character, how to write characters who aren’t Christians and how Gilead does it well, Tiffany’s terrible lying, and contrasts between hosts Jacob and Zach.

Links: https://linktr.ee/returntogilead

Credits

Hosts: Michael LaFaver and Ryan Matlock

Editing and music arrangement: Michael LaFaver

Music post-production: Israel Ownbey

Cover artwork: Bethany Burnett

Return to Gilead is a review podcast based on episodes, logos and artwork, and music produced for and with permission from Keys for Kids Ministries.

We’re fixin’ the leafblower! In this review, Michael and Ryan discuss a great thematic study of telling the truth in love in episode 16 (2-3) of Down Gilead Lane, “Truth and Lies.” Among the subjects talked about are how this scenario is perfect for Timmy at his age, great acting from Nathan Hekman, different ways Beth Culp uses Mary Morrison to resolve conflicts, and the interpretations of Grace’s advice to Michael about Maya’s hurts.

Links: https://linktr.ee/returntogilead

Credits

Hosts: Michael LaFaver and Ryan Matlock

Editing and music arrangement: Michael LaFaver

Music post-production: Israel Ownbey

Cover artwork: Bethany Burnett

Return to Gilead is a review podcast based on episodes, logos and artwork, and music produced for and with permission from Keys for Kids Ministries.

The story between Brooke and Becca continues, and Michael and Ryan have thoughts on it in the review of episode 15 (2-2) of Down Gilead Lane, “No Strings Attached.” The podcasting pair discusses Becca’s rationale behind her behavior, learning lessons from the younger characters, and how young Brooke and Becca are severely underrated.

Links: https://linktr.ee/returntogilead

Credits

Hosts: Michael LaFaver and Ryan Matlock

Editing and music arrangement: Michael LaFaver

Music post-production: Israel Ownbey

Cover artwork: Bethany Burnett

Return to Gilead is a review podcast based on episodes, logos and artwork, and music produced for and with permission from Keys for Kids Ministries.

It’s the start of Season 2! Ryan and Michael kick off the beginning of a new season with a review of episode 14 (2-1): “Pride Comes Before the Fall Festival.” Besides a clever segway from the previous season, discussion is sparked on the introduction of Rebecca Taylor and her history with Brooke, John’s surprising lesson that he learns from Haley, and the “other side of the desert” humor. Plus, an Apple Podcasts review!

Credits

Hosts: Michael LaFaver and Ryan Matlock

Editing and music arrangement: Michael LaFaver

Music post-production: Israel Ownbey

Cover artwork: Bethany Burnett

Return to Gilead is a review podcast based on episodes, logos and artwork, and music produced for and with permission from Keys for Kids Ministries.

For the first interview on Return to Gilead, executive producer Randy Hekman joins Michael and Ryan to talk about the early days of Down Gilead Lane. Randy shares about the origins of the show, how he found the original writers, actors, and crew, and the process of making a God-centered family drama filled with meaningful themes.

Credits

Hosts: Michael LaFaver and Ryan Matlock

Editing and music arrangement: Michael LaFaver

Music post-production: Israel Ownbey

Cover artwork: Bethany Burnett

Return to Gilead is a review podcast based on episodes, logos and artwork, and music produced for and with permission from Keys for Kids Ministries.

Hannah Matlock (wife of Ryan) joins the crew of Return to Gilead for the final part of the review of the last three episodes in Down Gilead Lane Season 1. Hannah, Michael, and Ryan discuss Hannah’s history with the show, her thoughts on Grace’s secrets, how cooperative cleaning breeds controversy, and the grace given and received by the Morrisons in this finale.

Credits

Hosts: Michael LaFaver, Ryan Matlock, and Hannah Matlock

Editing and music arrangement: Michael LaFaver

Music post-production: Israel Ownbey

Cover artwork: Bethany Burnett

Return to Gilead is a review podcast based on episodes, logos and artwork, and music produced for and with permission from Keys for Kids Ministries.