The RELEVANT Podcast

Today we're joined by rapper Hulvey, who's been dropping some notable new music lately. We talk about why Christian rap is blowing up right now and everything that's changing for him too. Plus, we have the week's RELEVANT Buzz — from Dallas pastor Robert Madu appearing on a hit Netflix docuseries, to the latest with the Robert Morris scandal and a new study by the Church of England on the impact social media is having on faith. At the end of the show, we have your feedback — part two of your hilarious stories about times you got into mischief as kids! 

Today we're joined by worship leader Alexander Pappas, who you've known from Hillsong Young and Free. We talk to him about his transition to solo music, how he's dealt with all the changes at Hillsong in recent years, and something a lot of us can relate to — how to process church hurt. It's a must-listen. Plus, the crew brings this week's Slices, from a new flat-earthers show to a New Zealand woman suing her boyfriend for not taking her to the airport. As always, we bring you the hard-hitting news. And at the end of the show, don't miss the Summer Blockbuster Showdown!

Today we're joined by Australian indie pop trio Sheppard, who you know from their massive hit 'Geronimo!' We talk to them about their brand new album, which releases today. Plus, it's a summer vacation episode! We mix things up with some Table Topics and some of the most hilarious feedback ever at the end — your stories about times growing up when you were playing and things went sideways and your parents hopefully didn't find out. 

Today we're joined by former Hillsong NYC pastor Carl Lentz for a vulnerable, unedited conversation about his past, present and future. (If you're tuning in for just that convo, it starts at the 40-minute mark.) For those checking out our normal show, the cast has this week's Slices — from the rollercoaster hot dog eating competition news, to celebs banning people for no good reason on social media. Plus, we have a fresh edition of 'Would You Rather?' that you don't want to miss. But the real highlight of the show is the long-form conversation with Carl. Make sure to listen and share it.

Today we're joined by singer-songwriter Caleb Hearn, who's blown up on TikTok over the last few years and is about to release his highly anticipated debut album! Plus, we have the week's RELEVANT Buzz, with an update on the TikTok cult documentary everyone's talking about, to a surprising new study showing that the number of Nones in Gen Z is actually going down, to Pharrell implying his upcoming LEGO biopic might actually be deeper and more faith-focused that you'd expect. And at the end of the show, we have your crazy summer vacation story feedback!

Today we're joined by author, speaker, poet (and more) Jackie Hill Perry! We talk to her about her new book on Ephesians, how she juggles so many projects and more. Plus, the crew brings the week's Slices — from the latest buzz inside of KTLA, to the end of freebies, to the major shakeup coming to arena tours, to the newest examples of AI getting things very, very wrong. And at the end of the show, we have a new edition of 5 Second Rule!

Today we're joined by SEU Worship, who have an amazing new album releasing today! Plus, Jesse's back from his first real cruise, and boy does he have some thoughts. Also, we have the week's RELEVANT Buzz, covering the new Netflix TikTok cult documentary everyone's talking about, the problematic changes coming to the most problematic social media app, and we find out why The Chosen's new season has been delayed so long. And at the end, we have your tipping feedback!

Today we're joined by film icon Cuba Gooding, Jr., who tells us about a new faith-based movie he has coming out later this summer. Plus, the crew brings the week's Slices —ranging from a regrettable NBA playoffs promotion, to something that texting and driving might say about your brain, to a new way streamers are looking to compensate actors more fairly. And at the end of the show, we have one of Cameron's favorite games yet: "How Well Do You Remember Your Lyrics?" where we test Marty and Derek on how well they know their own songs!

Today rapper WHATUPRG joins us to talk about what it was like growing up as a first-generation Mexican-American, including what it was like to witness his dad get deported, how his life experiences and faith have shaped his identity as an artist and more. Plus, we have the week's RELEVANT Buzz — including an update from Russell Brand one month into his newfound faith, a new study that reveals almost half of Gen Z live a double-life online, and a summer music festival with an actually strong artist lineup. And of course, we have your feedback about the craziest pop culture sermon illustrations you've experienced, and the crew may or may not do a deep dive on tipping culture getting out of control. 

Today we're joined by Maverick City Music's co-founder to talk about the recent changes with the group, where they are now and where they're going. If you've been impacted by Mav City's music in recent years, you don't want to miss this conversation! Plus, we have the week's RELEVANT Buzz — from a German church hosting a Taylor Swift service, to Gen Z making less than millennials, to the dire state of endless shrimp. And at the end, we have your feedback about the embarrassing things your parents still have in their house of you!