This week on Stay True Podcast, Kevin Olusola opens up about calling, identity, and what it looks like to trust God when it doesn't make sense. From turning down a life-changing opportunity with Pentatonix to later stepping into it with full confidence in God's timing, Kevin shares how surrender changed everything. Kevin and Madi dive into the tension of stewarding your gifts with excellence without letting performance define you, and what it looks like to stay grounded in an industry built on applause and recognition. Kevin opens up about the pressure to fit in, the courage it takes to stand out, and how his faith has anchored him through every season.

This episode also speaks to anyone who has ever felt "too different" or misunderstood. Kevin shares why the very thing you're tempted to hide might be the exact thing God wants to use, and how staying rooted in Christ is the only way to remain steady when everything else feels uncertain.

If you've ever struggled with identity, felt pressure to perform, or wondered how to stay faithful in a secular space, this conversation will hit deep. It's a reminder that you don't have to fit in to be used by God.

Stay you and stay true!

Topics we dive into:

-Why Kevin said no to Pentatonix and how God changed everything

-How to steward your gifts without letting them become your identity

-Staying grounded in Christ in an industry driven by applause

-Finding courage to stand out instead of blending in

-What to do when you feel overlooked, different, or misunderstood

-Remaining rooted in your faith in a secular environment AND SO MUCH MORE!

Helpful Resources:

My Voice is a Beat by Kevin Olusola: https://a.co/d/0ivb3LA0

Dare To Be True by Madison Prewett Troutt: https://a.co/d/gdfpHX5

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This week on Stay True Podcast, Madi sits down with authors, pastors, speakers, and friends Jennie and Levi Lusko for a conversation about something so many of us are craving but struggle to find: true rest. In a world that constantly tells us to do more, hustle harder, and keep pushing, it's no wonder so many of us feel spiritually exhausted, anxious, and overwhelmed.

Together, they talk about what to do when your mind won't stop spiraling, how to trust God when it feels like He's silent, and why following Jesus doesn't mean life will always be easy. Jennie and Levi also share practical wisdom on fighting entitlement and discovering the kind of soul-deep rest that only God can provide. If you've been feeling worn out, discouraged, or simply running on empty, this conversation will remind you where real peace is found.

As always... be sure to stay you and stay true!

Topics we dive into:

-Why do we feel so spiritually exhausted?

-What do you do when your mind won't stop spiraling?

-How do you trust God when He doesn't seem to answer your prayers?

-How do you fight entitlement and cultivate gratitude?

-What does true rest for your soul actually look like?

-Why is God more concerned with who you're becoming than what you're doing?

Helpful Resources:

Blessed Are the Spiraling by Levi Lusko: https://a.co/d/06QIbde3

Fresh Mercies Every Day by Jennie Lusko: https://a.co/d/0ebGPB30

Dare To Be True by Madison Prewett Troutt: https://a.co/d/gdfpHX5

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This week on Stay True Podcast, Madi sits down with Bible teacher, author, and The Bible Recap host Tara-Leigh Cobble for a conversation that might completely change the way you read Scripture. If you've ever opened the Bible and felt confused, overwhelmed, discouraged, or wondered if you're missing something, this episode is for YOU.

Together, they unpack one of the biggest mistakes Christians make when reading the Bible, why so many of us unknowingly read Scripture through the lens of culture instead of God's character, and how seeing the Bible the way it was intended changes everything. They also talk about why reading the entire Bible matters, what happens when verses are taken out of context, and how to move from simply reading God's Word to genuinely knowing and loving Him through it.

As always... be sure to stay you and stay true!

Topics we dive into:

-Are you reading the Bible the way it was meant to be read?

-Why do so many Christians struggle to understand Scripture?

-Why does reading the entire Bible matter?

-What is the Trinity?

-What does it actually mean to fall in love with God's Word?

Helpful Resources:

The Bible Recap by Tara-Leigh Cobble: https://www.thebiblerecap.com/

The Joy of the Trinity by Tara-Leigh Cobble: https://a.co/d/0fBssi8C

Dare To Be True by Madison Prewett Troutt: https://a.co/d/gdfpHX5

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💙 Follow Tara-Leigh | @taraleighcobble

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This week on Stay True Podcast, the podcast manager, Leigha, is back and putting Madi in the hot seat once again. 👀

You sent in your questions, and nothing was off limits. From social media and waiting on God to accountability, temptation, dating, and sexual sin, Leigha asks Madi some of the hardest (and most requested) questions we've received. Whether you're in a waiting season, navigating a dating relationship, struggling with temptation, or simply trying to follow Jesus in today's culture, we hope this conversation reminds you that you're not alone, and that God's Word has something to say about it all.

Stay you and stay true!

Topics we dive into:

-Is Madi coming back to social media?

-What real accountability actually looks like

-How to trust God in a waiting season

-Is Jesus really the only way?

-Navigating sexual sin in dating relationships

-How to fight temptation God's way

AND SO MUCH MORE

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This week on Stay True Podcast, Madi sits down with pastor and bestselling author Kyle Idleman! Together, they unpack one of the most important questions every Christian has to answer: Are we following the real Jesus… or the version of Jesus we've created?

In a culture that constantly reshapes Jesus into someone who fits our preferences, politics, emotions, and lifestyle, this conversation challenges us to return to the Jesus of Scripture. Madi and Pastor Kyle talk about why so many people want Jesus as Savior but not as Lord, how we've unintentionally turned Christianity into something we consume instead of a life we surrender, and what it actually costs to follow Christ. If you've ever wondered whether your faith has been shaped more by culture than by God's Word, this episode will leave you asking some hard, but life-changing questions.

Be sure to stay you and stay true!

Questions we answer in this episode:

-Have we created a version of Jesus that looks more like us than Scripture?

-Has culture quietly shaped the way you see Jesus?

-Are you following Christ, or just consuming Christianity?

-How can you tell if your faith is built on God's Word or personal preference?

-Why did Jesus talk so much about surrender and sacrifice?

-What does it actually cost to follow Jesus?

AND SO MUCH MORE!

Helpful Resources:

The Missing Messiah by Kyle Idleman: https://a.co/d/0fkXt3yw

Not a Fan by Kyle Idleman: https://a.co/d/07lOx8BB

Dare To Be True by Madison Prewett Troutt: https://a.co/d/gdfpHX5

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💙 Follow Kyle | @kyleidleman

In today's episode, Madi sits down with her new friend, Lily Meschi, who was born and raised in Iran in a Muslim family before moving to the United States. Together, they have an honest conversation about what life was really like for Lily growing up in Iran, the realities many women face behind closed doors, and the questions that ultimately led her to explore Christianity and surrender her life to Jesus.

They also discuss the true cost of converting from Islam, why faith can be such a dangerous topic in certain parts of the world, and the difference between simply knowing about God and having a genuine relationship with Him.

Madi and Lily also dive into the current tensions and conflict in the Middle East, address common misconceptions about the Iranian people, and explore how Christians can engage these conversations with both biblical truth and Christlike compassion.

This is one of those conversations that will challenge your perspective, deepen your faith, and stay with you long after it ends.

As always... be sure to stay you and stay true!

Topics we dive into:

-What is life really like in Iran today?

-Why are so many people coming to faith in Jesus in Iran?

-What does it truly cost someone to leave Islam?

-How should Christians think about the conflict in the Middle East?

-What does it mean to have a personal relationship with Jesus instead of simply knowing about God?

Helpful Resources:

More from Lily: https://iranalive.org/who-we-are/

Dare To Be True by Madison Prewett Troutt: https://a.co/d/gdfpHX5

Stay True Website: https://www.staytruepodcast.com

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💙 Follow Lily | @lily.m.ricci

This week on Stay True Podcast, Madi sits down with Jordan Rubin for a conversation that will challenge the way you think about healing, sickness, and the power of God's design for our lives. After surviving a life-threatening battle with illness, Jordan shares the biblical principles that transformed his health and the lessons he learned about faith, stewardship, and God's role in the healing process.

Together, they tackle some of the biggest questions Christians are asking today… You don't want to miss it!

Be sure to stay you and stay true!

Topics we dive into:

-Can the spiritual realm affect your physical health?

-Is cancer demonic?

-Is infertility connected to spiritual warfare?

-What does the Bible actually say about fasting, healing, and caring for our bodies?

-Hormones, stress, and nutrition

-Stewarding your health God's way AND SO MUCH MORE!

Helpful Resources:

The Biblio Diet by Jordan Rubin: https://a.co/d/0dsAu0np

Get Chapter 14 on Healing Leaves: https://www.jordanrubin.com/thebibliodiet

Dare To Be True by Madison Prewett Troutt: https://a.co/d/gdfpHX5

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💙 Follow Jordan | @jordansrubin

In this episode, Madi walks through Romans 12:1–2 and unpacks what it truly means to offer your life as a living sacrifice to God. In a culture that constantly tells us to live for ourselves, Scripture calls us to something radically different: to surrender every part of our lives to the Lord and trust that His will is far better than our own.

Together, we'll dive into what biblical surrender actually looks like, why transformation begins with the renewing of our minds, how to discern God's will for our lives, and why following Jesus requires daily sacrifice rather than occasional commitment. If you've ever wondered what God's will is or struggled to fully surrender your plans, desires, or future to Him, this episode is for you.

My prayer is that this conversation would encourage you to lay your life before the Lord again, trust Him more deeply, and experience the transformation that only comes from living fully surrendered to Jesus.

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This week on Stay True Podcast, Madi sits down with returning guest Alex Seeley for a powerful conversation about the Holy Spirit, spiritual authority, and the guidance available to every believer. Alex unpacks why so many Christians are living without fully accessing the power, wisdom, and direction God has given them through the Holy Spirit.

Together, Madi and Alex discuss what it looks like to build a real relationship with the Holy Spirit, learn to hear His voice, follow His leading, and walk in obedience. They also dive into some of the most asked questions surrounding the Holy Spirit, including speaking in tongues, healing, spiritual gifts, and the authority believers have through Christ. If you've ever wanted to better understand the Holy Spirit or grow deeper in your relationship with God, this episode will encourage, challenge, and equip you.

As always... be sure to stay you and stay true!

Topics we dive into:

-Who is the Holy Spirit, and what is His role in our lives?

-How do you hear God's voice?

-How to walk in spiritual authority

-Should I be speaking in tongues?

-Are the gifts of the spirit for today?

AND SO MUCH MORE!

Helpful Resources:

The Divine Counselor by Alex Seeley: https://a.co/d/0hzirXPD

Dare To Be True by Madison Prewett Troutt: https://a.co/d/gdfpHX5

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💙 Follow Alex | @alexseeley

Have you ever felt spiritually stuck? Like you're doing all the right things but still feel disconnected from God?

In this episode, Madi and Grant unpack one of Jesus' most powerful teachings in John 15: abiding. So often we focus on producing fruit, finding our purpose, or becoming the person God has called us to be, but Jesus points us to something deeper. Before fruitfulness comes connection. Before impact comes intimacy.

Together, Madi and Grant discuss why so many Christians are exhausted from striving, what it actually means to remain in Christ, and how abiding is less about trying harder and more about staying close to Jesus. They talk about the subtle ways we drift from dependence on God, why pruning is a necessary part of growth, and how a vibrant relationship with Jesus transforms every area of our lives.

Our prayer is that this episode would encourage you to slow down, draw near to Jesus, and experience the peace, joy, and fruit that come from remaining in Him.

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