Why Me Project
Religion & Spirituality Podcas
We've all been there at one time or another (good or bad) where we've questioned: "Why Me"? Each Wednesday Johnny Rocket and Hollie Taylor talk to people about their "Why Me" moments, discussing “life unscripted” with inspiring guests who will reveal how they got back up after reaching a painful low. Hollie and Johnny will ask how deep those valleys were, and how they climbed out, shining a light on the world through their testimony.
The Why Me Project is produced by Faith Strong Today, your source for digital media exploring life with faith in the modern world.
Follow on Facebook & Instagram @whymeprojectpodcast. Twitter @WhyMeProject.
Location:
Canada
Description:
We've all been there at one time or another (good or bad) where we've questioned: "Why Me"? Each Wednesday Johnny Rocket and Hollie Taylor talk to people about their "Why Me" moments, discussing “life unscripted” with inspiring guests who will reveal how they got back up after reaching a painful low. Hollie and Johnny will ask how deep those valleys were, and how they climbed out, shining a light on the world through their testimony. The Why Me Project is produced by Faith Strong Today, your source for digital media exploring life with faith in the modern world. Follow on Facebook & Instagram @whymeprojectpodcast. Twitter @WhyMeProject.
Twitter:
@whymeproject
Language:
English
Contact:
905-845-2821
Episodes
Thats A Wrap... For Now
10/30/2024
After 7 years and almost 350 episodes, the Why Me Project is wrapping up... for now! This week features Hollie and Johnny as they reflect on the Why Me Project, including some Why Me Moments from each of their lives, the incredible story of Johnny Rocket's start in radio, and encouragement for those difficult seasons of life.
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Duration:00:27:30
From the Archives: Paula Faris
10/23/2024
She was co-anchoring Good Morning America Weekend and co-hosting The View when she stepped away from both to follow her true purpose: To Love God and Love People. Originally aired in May 2020, Paula Faris joins the Why Me Project to talk about her career, fears, burnout, hitting the reset button, and her "Why Me?" moments.
Episode Links
Why Me Project: @whymeprojectpodcast
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Duration:00:27:35
From the Archives: Chris Tomlin
10/16/2024
Originally aired in August 2018, this episode features worldwide worship leader and acclaimed artist Chris Tomlin. Despite his busy schedule, Chris joined the *Why Me Project* to share how he stays focused on God, his roots and family life, and the journey of his incredible music career.
Episode Links
Why Me Project: @whymeprojectpodcast
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Duration:00:26:41
From the Archives: Gary Greeno
10/9/2024
Originally aired in July 2019, this episode features keynote speaker and coach Gary Greeno as he shares his "Why Me?" moments with Johnny and Hollie. Gary dives into conversations about faith, sports, and crafting a legacy game plan. With over 25 years of experience in coaching and leadership, Gary brings powerful insights on what it takes to win in sports, business, and life.
Episode Links
Why Me Project: @whymeprojectpodcast
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Duration:00:27:28
From the Archives: David Beard
10/2/2024
When you are 6’5 and weigh over 300 pounds, football kind of makes sense -- but for our guest this week, David Beard, it wasn’t always on the radar! In this podcast from February 2019, Johnny and Hollie follow David's journey to becoming an offensive lineman in the CFL and talk faith, football, and the responsibility he feels towards the community.
Episode Links
Why Me Project: @whymeprojectpodcast
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Duration:00:27:25
From the Archives: Toby Morrell
9/25/2024
Today's episode, originally aired in March 2018, features Toby Morrell—a man of many talents. You might know him from the bands Emery or Matt and Toby, the Bad Christian Podcast, or as the host of the TrueMan Experience. Whether you're familiar with him or not, Toby offers valuable insights on being authentic to ourselves and to God, making this a conversation worth hearing.
Toby talks about:
Episode Links
Why Me Project: @whymeprojectpodcast
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Duration:00:27:30
From the Archives: Dr Gary Chapman
9/18/2024
This week's episode originally aired in November 2019. Author and radio host Dr. Gary Chapman shares his "Why Me?" moments with Johnny and Hollie. They talk about marriage, counselling, and his best-selling book "The 5 Love Languages." Learn all about building better relationships and viewing God's plan not as a roadblock, but guidance of where we need to be!
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Duration:00:27:06
From the Archives: Morgan Harper Nichols
9/11/2024
This week's From the Archives episode originally aired in January 2020. Writer, artist and musician Morgan Harper Nichols shares her journey with Johnny and Hollie on this episode of Why Me Project. They talk about being home-schooled as a preacher’s kid, being creative, writing and music, and her "Why Me?" moments.
Episode Links
Why Me Project: @whymeprojectpodcast
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Duration:00:27:23
From the Archives: Kechi Okwuchi
8/28/2024
This week's episode From the Archives originally aired in May 2022. Hollie and Johnny are joined by Kechi Okwuchi, who miraculously survived a plane crash in 2005. She shares about the crash, her recovery, and what she's doing now.
Kechi talks about:
⦁ Growing Up
⦁ Crash
⦁ Rehab
⦁ Faith
⦁ More Than My Scars
Episode Links
Why Me Project: @whymeprojectpodcast
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Duration:00:45:57
From the Archives: Jesse Sprinkle
8/21/2024
This week's From the Archives episode originally aired in March 2022. Most teenagers are trying to figure out what their future will be. Juxtapose that with this weeks guest Jesse Sprinkle, who was making music, playing shows, and going with the flow! 30 years later, we look at how Jesse's amazing career always seems to be changing!
Jesse talks about:
Episode Links
Why Me Project: @whymeprojectpodcast
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Duration:00:36:08
From the Archives: Melissa Lotholtz
8/14/2024
Why would someone hurl themselves down an ice track at over 120 km/h?! Who signs up for that challenge? Originally aired in March 2021, Johnny & Hollie talk with two time world championship silver medalist in bobsled, and representative of Team Canada, Melissa Lotholz.
Melissa talks about:
Episode Links
Melissa Lotholz: @melLotholz
Why Me Project: @whymeprojectpodcast
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Duration:00:32:24
From the Archives: Bill Scott
8/7/2024
Isn't it great when you can sit back and hangout with an old friend? This week welcomes Christian radio veteran Bill Scott to the show! They talk faith, radio, and life -- with a cheeky sense of humour!
Bill talks about:
Episode Links
Why Me Project: @whymeprojectpodcast
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Duration:00:36:52
From the Archives: Branan Murphy
7/31/2024
This week's From the Archives originally aired in May 2021. Our guest Branan Murphy has a passion for music and people. Johnny & Hollie brought some tough questions, to which he gave some honest, real answers.
Branan talks about:
Episode Links
Why Me Project: @whymeprojectpodcast
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Duration:00:33:45
From the Archives: Heather Palacios
7/24/2024
This week features a conversation that originally aired in March 2023. Heather shares with Hollie and Johnny about mental health, support, suicidal ideations, and the incredible things she is doing with her Life Box. If you or someone you know are struggling with suicidal thoughts, you can text 9-8-8 in both Canada and the United States.
Heather talks about:
Episode Links
Why Me Project: @whymeprojectpodcast
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Duration:00:31:18
From the Archives: Doug Bender
7/17/2024
It's fascinating how a story, a message, or a word can impact so many. This week features Hollie and Johnny's conversation with author & pastor Doug Bender which originally aired in January 2021.
Doug talks about:
Episode Links
Doug Bender: @dougbender
Why Me Project: @whymeprojectpodcast
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Duration:00:26:55
From the Archives: Leah Grey
7/10/2024
What do you do when someone you love struggles with addiction? This week features Hollie and Johnny's interview with author / blogger Leah Grey which originally aired in September 2021.
Leah talks about:
Episode Links
Why Me Project: @whymeprojectpodcast
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Duration:00:27:31
From the Archives: Lecrae
7/3/2024
This week, we're featuring an episode from October 2020 with one of the top Christian hip-hop artists of all time, and definitely of this generation. It was great to gain insight not only into the hip-hop lifestyle but also into the personal struggles of the man behind the music. He is an author, writer, artist, actor, advocate, and family man -- it was an absolute pleasure to speak with Lecrae!
Lecrae talks about:
Episode Links
Why Me Project: @whymeprojectpodcast
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Duration:00:27:25
From the Archives: Chuck Ealey
6/26/2024
This week features a replay of Why Me Project's 200th episode with Grey Cup champion quarterback Chuck Ealey.
Chuck talks about:
Episode Links
Why Me Project: @whymeprojectpodcast
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Duration:00:33:56
From the Archives: Dr. Heather Thompson Day
6/19/2024
This week's From the Archives episode features Dr. Heather Thompson Day who appeared on the Why Me Project in June 2021. She shares about her life, her incredible career, and most importantly, about how we communicate.
Heather talks about:
Episode Links
Why Me Project: @whymeprojectpodcast
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Duration:00:33:07
From the Archives: Tara Leigh Cobble
6/12/2024
This week features an episode from February 2021. How many of us have said, “My resolution or goal is to read the entire Bible in one year”? Our guest Tara-Leigh Cobble, has a podcast and a book, The Bible Recap, to help make that possible.
Tara talks about:
Episode Links
Tara-Leigh Cobble: @taraleighcobble
Why Me Project: @whymeprojectpodcast
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Duration:00:26:19