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EP308: AI can answer questions, organize ideas, offer advice, help us study, and even sound remarkably compassionate. But as artificial intelligence becomes increasingly woven into our everyday lives, where should Christians draw the line?

In this episode of Revival Town Podcast, Andy and Chuck unpack 10 dangers of AI that are worth thinking about—especially as people increasingly turn to AI for emotional support, spiritual guidance, companionship, and some of life's biggest decisions.

This isn't an episode about fearing technology or declaring AI good or bad. It's about asking a much more important question: What role should AI have in a Christian's life?

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EP 307: Why Gen Z Is Returning to Church?

In this episode of Revival Town Podcast, Andy and Chuck unpack 10 reasons why they believe Gen Z is taking a fresh look at church and Christianity.

From a hunger for meaning and authentic relationships to loneliness, emotional exhaustion, prayer, worship, and the search for truth, purpose, and hope, this generation may be discovering that endless information and constant connectivity still can’t answer life’s deepest questions.

Maybe Gen Z isn’t looking for more religion. Maybe they’re looking for something real—community, purpose, truth, hope, and ultimately, an encounter with Jesus.

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EP 306: Meet Bible Bill: A Life Built on the Word

This week on Revival Town Podcast, Andy and Chuck sit down with a Central Illinois legend: Bill Winkler, former CEO of Peoria Charter Coach and the man many throughout the region simply know as “Bible Bill.”

Bill shares lessons learned from building and leading Peoria Charter, including the challenges that came with covid. But behind the businessman is an even bigger passion: Jesus and the Bible.

Hear the story behind the “Bible Bill” nickname as Bill explains how his passion for helping people understand Scripture eventually led to Bible comic books, coloring books, and other creative ways of sharing God’s Word.

This is a fun, encouraging conversation...and yes, Bill also became the first guest in RTP history to show up for an interview in costume!” 😄

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EP 305: In this powerful episode of Revival Town Podcast, Andy and Chuck sit down with bestselling author, speaker, advocate, and A Reason to Stand founder Ashlee Boyson, whose remarkable story has been featured on Dateline NBC and Dr. Phil and has reached millions of readers.

Ashlee opens up about navigating unimaginable loss, betrayal, grief, and public scrutiny while raising five young children. She shares what it was like to grieve both a marriage and a spouse, how she found the courage to begin telling her story through The Moments We Stand, and the difficult journey from seeing herself as a victim to using her voice to help others.

This is a raw, honest, and hope-filled conversation about grief, resilience, healing, and finding the strength to keep moving forward when life doesn't go according to plan.

If you've ever wondered how you get back up after life knocks you down, this episode is for you.

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EP 304: Twenty-five years later, we still remember where we were.

On September 11, 2001, America experienced a day that changed our nation forever. Nearly 3,000 lives were lost, countless families were forever changed, and ordinary people displayed extraordinary courage in the face of unimaginable evil.

In this special episode of Revival Town Podcast, Andy and Chuck look back on 9/11 through their own memories of that morning—the images they can still see, the heroes who ran toward danger, and the first responders whose sacrifice continued long after the rubble was cleared.

With an entire generation now too young to remember 9/11 firsthand, Chuck and Andy wrestle with an important question: When we say “Never Forget,” what exactly are we asking them to remember?

Remember the victims. Remember their families. Remember the first responders. Remember the courage. Remember the sacrifice. Remember how America came together. And above all, remember that even in our darkest moments, God remains our refuge and strength, always ready to help in times of trouble.

🇺🇸 25 years later, we remember. We honor. We pray. We will never forget.

EP 303: More than a year ago, we devoted a True Crime episode to the heartbreaking and deeply disturbing story of Mica Miller, the 30-year-old pastor’s wife whose death in April 2024 was ruled a suicide. Now, with Netflix releasing its three-part documentary The Death of a Pastor’s Wife, Andy and Chuck revisit the case—and there is a lot to unpack.

The documentary takes viewers inside Mica’s relationship and marriage to Pastor John-Paul Miller, tracing allegations of manipulation, coercive control, infidelity, stalking, harassment, sexual abuse, financial control, and the repeated use of Mica’s mental health struggles against her. It also examines the final months of Mica’s life, her attempts to leave the marriage, the disturbing statements she reportedly made about fearing for her safety, and the circumstances surrounding her death.

In this episode, Chuck and Andy walk through all three parts of the Netflix documentary, discuss the warning signs that emerge throughout Mica’s story, and wrestle with difficult questions about spiritual authority, accountability, abusive relationships, and what can happen when power inside a church goes unchecked.

Important Disclaimer: This episode contains discussion of mature and potentially disturbing subjects, including domestic abuse, sexual abuse, coercive sexual behavior, stalking, suicide, mental health, and death. Listener discretion is strongly advised.

Please note: Many of the claims discussed in this episode are allegations presented in the Netflix documentary and attributed to Mica’s family, friends, counselors, attorneys, and others interviewed for the series. 

EP 302: This week on Revival Town Podcast, Andy and Chuck sit down with Pamela Henkelman, Certified Empty Nest Coach, speaker, writer, and host of The Midlife Momma Podcast, for an honest and hope-filled conversation about navigating one of life’s biggest transitions.

As a mom of five adult children and a joyful grandma, Pamela knows firsthand that letting go isn’t always easy. She shares practical wisdom for building healthy relationships with adult children, knowing when to speak—and when to keep your mouth shut!—strengthening your marriage after the kids leave home, and rediscovering your God-given purpose in a brand-new season.

If you’re approaching the empty nest, already living it, or simply trying to figure out how to parent your adult kids without parenting your adult kids, this conversation is for you.

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The empty nest isn’t the end of your story. God still has purpose, adventure, relationships, and plenty of good ahead!

EP 301: Dan Learned, Director of Heart of Illinois Youth for Christ, joins Andy and Chuck in the studio for an honest and hope-filled conversation about reaching this generation with the Gospel.

Dan gives us a front-row look at what teenagers are facing today—from anxiety, loneliness, social media pressure, and questions about identity to the deep need every young person has to know they are seen, valued, and loved. But despite the challenges, Dan sees plenty of reasons to be encouraged about this generation.

We talk about Dan’s own faith journey, his calling to youth ministry, what Youth for Christ is doing throughout Central Illinois, and why building genuine relationships with young people matters more than ever. Dan also shares powerful stories of lives being changed when caring adults simply show up, listen, and point students toward Jesus.

If you care about teenagers, have teenagers, work with teenagers—or simply want to see this generation encounter Jesus—this conversation is for you.

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EP 300: 300 Episodes. Countless Stories. One Mission.

WE MADE IT TO 300! 🔥

Six years. 300 episodes. Hundreds of conversations. Countless laughs, unforgettable guests, powerful testimonies, and more than a few moments we definitely didn’t see coming.

For this milestone episode, ‘Tate and His Mate’ are taking a trip through Revival Town Podcast history, beginning all the way back in 2020. Year by year, they revisit some of their favorite episodes, remarkable stories, unforgettable guests, funniest moments, and conversations that left a lasting impact.

But this isn’t just a “greatest hits” episode. Andy & Chuck also pull back the curtain and share never-before-told stories from behind the scenes—the stuff that happened before the microphones turned on, after the recording stopped, and everywhere in between.

Whether you’ve been listening since Episode 1 or discovered RTP somewhere along the way, Episode 300 is a celebration of what God has done through six incredible years of conversations—and of everyone who has listened, watched, shared, encouraged, prayed, and joined us for the ride.

300 episodes down…and we’re just getting started. 🔥

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EP 299: The Surge of Clean Comedy

Is clean comedy making a comeback?

In this fun-filled episode of Revival Town Podcast, Chuck and Andy dive into the surprising surge of comedians proving you don't need profanity or shock value to leave audiences laughing until they cry.

From arena-filling stars like Nate Bargatze and Jim Gaffigan to fan favorites like John Crist, Dusty Slay, Brian Regan, Tim Hawkins, Aaron Weber, and Johnnie W.—plus past Revival Town Podcast guests Kerri Pomarolli and Jeremy Nunes—we celebrate the comedians who remind us that some of life's funniest moments come from everyday observations, not vulgarity.

Along the way, we discuss why audiences seem to be craving clean entertainment, the creative challenge of writing comedy without relying on cheap laughs, and why laughter itself is one of God's greatest gifts. We even talk about John Crist's hilarious new Instagram sitcom Springfield First and why family-friendly comedy is finding a bigger audience than ever.

If you've ever needed a reason to laugh—or you're looking for comedians you can enjoy with the whole family—this episode is for you.

So grab your favorite drink, settle in, and join us for a conversation that's lighthearted, encouraging, and guaranteed to leave a smile on your face.

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