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Episodes

Episode 275 | Grace Week Day 1 - Name Your Shame

3/15/2024
I am releasing this episode early because I want to give everyone the time to really hear it, embrace it and consider what it is they need to. I want you all to be a part of the community of the withered hand. We all have one. Today my pastor Pete Wilson shares a message that he gave at Northridge Church. The rest of Grace Week, we will unpack and talk about several key points. For today, please here the message that Pete shares. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/aaronconrad/support

Duration:00:34:36

Episode 274 | Childhood Friend Ernie Ley

3/15/2024
In the 80's I met a forever friend at Bedford Church of the Nazarene. We spent our weekends together. Even though we were in 2 different school districts, his family became my family. His brother was my brother. His cousin was my cousin. Unfortunately, Ernie and his parents have endured the loss of this brother and his cousin. He is my forever friend. We have stories on stories. We have history. I hope you all will enjoy and love him as much as I do. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/aaronconrad/support

Duration:00:52:04

Episode 273 | Tim Mahoney - 7 Churches of Revelation Film

3/8/2024
Episode 273 is an interview focusing on the upcoming release of two films, The Seven Churches of Revelation: Times of Fire and The Seven Churches of Revelation: Times of Deception. The interview delves into the historical and biblical context of these films, highlighting the importance of understanding biblical history, the relevance of the seven churches' messages to modern times, and the urgency of preparing for the future. Tim emphasizes the need for believers to be spiritually awakened and the potential impact of the films in sparking important spiritual conversations. https://thinkingmanfilms.com/ https://thinkingmanfilms.com/project/7churches-series/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/aaronconrad/support

Duration:00:49:18

Episode 272 | Addiction, Recovery, Sobriety and Trust with Adam Comer of S2L Recovery

2/11/2024
Episode 272 of the Aaron Unscripted Podcast is the most important and powerful podcast I have ever recorded. This one is personal. I am so thankful for my dear friend Adam Comer of S2L Recovery in Tennessee for joining me. Together, Adam and I discuss our path to sobriety. We pray that our stories and experiences will be a resource for those in the stronghold of addiction. We pray our message lands with those supporting and praying for friends and family that are captured in "the pit." Find out more about S2L and all of their resources at https://www.s2lrecovery.org/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/aaronconrad/support

Duration:00:57:24

Episode 271 | Scott Savage - Pastor, Author, Speaker

1/26/2024
Episode 271 of Unscripted is with Pastor, Author, and Speaker Scott Savage. Scott is a follower of Jesus with a calling to be a pastor-writer. He leads Cornerstone Church in Prescott, Arizona. He is married to Dani, an award-winning attorney, and together they are raising 3 children. They laugh loud and do their best to live up to their last name! Find out more about Scott at scottsavagelive.com. For resources from today's interview, check out scottsavagelive.com/unscripted --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/aaronconrad/support

Duration:00:42:46

Episode 270 | Nick Lacy - Christian Community Credit Union

1/25/2024
Episode 270 of Unscripted is with Nick Lacy, the AVP of Marketing for Christian Community Credit Union. Nick discusses banking, stewardship, and how Christians can align their values with their finances. He explains how Christian Community Credit Union, where he works as AVP of Marketing, operates on scripture-based principles to ensure a biblically-based banking experience. This includes offering services such as high-yield checking accounts and contributing to Christian causes. Throughout the discussion, both Aaron and Nick emphasize the need for Christians to be discerning and align their banking practices with their faith. ABOUT NICK LACY Nick Lacy is the AVP of Marketing and Analysis at Christian Community Credit Union where he oversees market research, analysis, and strategy. His background includes over 15 years of pastoral and executive ministry experience, former vice president of corporate strategy for a technology company, and a strategic and creative communications consultant. He has also been a featured expert on the topic of strategic execution in various publications, and holds a Masters degree in Ministry Management from Azusa Pacific University. ABOUT CHRISTIAN COMMUNITY CREDIT UNION Christian Community Credit Union (CCCU) is a faith-based, purpose-driven financial co-operative whose mission is to serve Christ followers to live and give more abundantly. For over 65 years, we’ve provided individuals and ministries with the financial tools and knowledge they need to grow and thrive financially, so they can transform our world through their generosity. The money you deposit in the Credit Union helps churches grow, ministries expand, and individuals thrive. Whether it’s constructing or remodeling a new church building or funding a home loan, your money is working in the Christian community. At CCCU, giving is in our DNA. When you use our credit and debit cards for purchases, you’re giving to Christian causes. To date, CCCU has donated more than $6 million to ministry and mission projects in the U.S. and around the globe. Simply put, your everyday purchases help change lives. Find out more at - https://www.mycccu.com/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/aaronconrad/support

Duration:00:40:06

Episode 269 | Wrapping up 2023 with Curt Harding

12/30/2023
Episode 269 is a conversation between the host, Aaron, and guest, Curt Harding. They discuss their year 2023, their experiences and what they aim to achieve for the year 2024. Topics include learning from the past, setting personal and professional goals, planning for the future, and Curt's podcast, "The Short Pause". There are also humoristic aspects as they talk about dealing with life's pressures. They wrap up with promising to catch up more often in 2024 and wishing each other a great new year. About Curt - After more than fifteen years as an award-winning reporter, anchor and producer in radio and television news, Curt Harding is a professional writer, speaker and entertainment publicist in Nashville, Tennessee. He is the host of The Short Pause podcast, author of the children’s book, A Tail of Two Kitties, and co-author of a book chronicling the lives of military veterans. His strong industry experience has allowed him to work alongside renowned thought leaders including Dave Ramsey, Max Lucado, Judge Andrew P. Napolitano, William J. Bennett, John Maxwell, Donald Miller and more. CurtHarding.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/aaronconrad/support

Duration:00:44:07

Episode 268 | Jonathan Forester - Catoosa

12/27/2023
Episode 268 of Aaron Unscripted t is two friends, Aaron and Jonathan, having a conversation about their friendship, past experiences, and a nonprofit mission trip to the Dominican Republic that Jonathan is organizing. They discuss the impact of their friendship, the emotional challenges of saying goodbye to loved ones, and the importance of supporting each other. Jonathan shares details about the nonprofit mission trip, their goals, and the need for financial support. Jonathan expresses his commitment to serving others. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/aaronconrad/support

Duration:00:36:08

Episode 267 | Rod Laughlin - The Anointed One Book

12/16/2023
Episode 267 of Unscripted is an interview between Aaron and Rod Laughlin. They discuss Rod's project called "The Readable Bible" and his new book, "The Anointed One." Rod explains how he took all the material about Jesus from the four Gospels and other New and Old Testament scriptures and compiled it into one book. They discuss the importance of sharing this book with others, especially those who may not be inclined to read the Bible. They also talk about the need for people to know about Jesus and how the book can be a tool for evangelism. The interview ends with information on how to purchase the book and a discussion about future projects. http://www.theanointedonebook.com/ www.readablebible.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/aaronconrad/support

Duration:00:36:08

Episode 266 | Kami Kortokrax - Ohio State Softball

12/12/2023
Episode 266 is a conversation between the host, Aaron, and his guest, Kami Kortokrax, a Division 1 shortstop athlete from THE Ohio State University. They discuss Kami's experiences as a student-athlete including her background, her experiences with faith and sporting ambitions, and the challenges and rewards she faced along her journey. Additionally, they discuss the impact of the NIL (Name, Image, and Likeness) rules on college athletes and Kami's future plans post-graduation. The conversation also covers Kami's interaction with fans, her views about the pressure of being a Division 1 athlete, and her passion for softball. Find Kami on Instagram @Kami.Kortokrax --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/aaronconrad/support

Duration:00:44:33

Episode 265 | Kim Emch - Festa - Season of Giving

12/2/2023
Episode 265 is with Kim Emch from Festa. end poverty I’m a servant of God because He rescued me. By the time I was 17, I had lived through five divorces by my two parents: one being an alcoholic, and one having an affair. I didn’t grow up facing financial poverty, but my home was filled with chaos and pain. But God did not forget me; He rescued me. He sent people from a local church who invited me every single week to a youth program they hosted. It was full of joy and peace. It was a safe refuge. They cared about me, loved me, and taught me about the Lord. They said, “Kim, the God of the universe made you and He loves you. You’re gifted and talented.” “Kim, you’re smart. Have you ever thought of going to college?” “Kim, you have leadership abilities. We could hone that for you. We can grow that in you and God could use you for his plans for His future.” They started casting a vision for me of a future where I would use my gifts and talents to serve God. Fast-forward to March 2007. I prayed and asked the Holy Spirit to light my heart on fire in a whole new way. Eleven short days later, I learned there were 2,158 children facing poverty in my own suburban community. I had been tutoring children facing poverty in downtown Columbus for years, but I had no idea that my neighbors – children in MY town who went to school with my own children – were also facing poverty. The free or reduced school lunch program came screeching to an abrupt halt for 12 weeks every summer, and those children went hungry. I felt a call on my life to love, serve and feed them body, mind and spirit, and to bring the body of Christ alongside me. I’d never even heard of a free summer lunch program, but I felt compelled to try. God gave me a big, loud mouth, so I used it to tell anyone who would listen to me. I talked to church communities, businesses, civic associations, and my friends and neighbors. I urged them to come together to feed these children, and we did exactly that; 178 of us served 246 children that summer with 2,376 lunches. Before March 2007, my circle was the opposite of diverse. Everyone I knew was exactly like me; they looked, talked and dressed like me. Suddenly, I was looking into the faces of beautiful, gifted and talented children and their amazing parents who came from all walks of life. They were diverse in every sense of the word: racially, socially, economically, culturally, and religiously. I found myself compelled to love them even more. They began sharing heart-breaking stories. One family saved up to buy a car that broke down before they even got home, and they became entwined in a legal battle. Parents struggled to get jobs and put food on the table for their families because they couldn’t speak English well enough. Children were falling behind in school because parents couldn’t help them with homework. We kept helping and serving and living life together. God sent me to places that nothing in my previous life experience prepared me for. He guided me into homes and into hearts. I constantly said, ‘God, I’m not the right one. You’ve got to bring someone else. You have to bring more people.’ He ALWAYS brought more people. And we started creating these spaces where we gathered people to learn from each other. In the summer, it was a camp, and in the school year, an ESL Family program. I realized that God was using me to create spaces of refuge – the same kind of spaces He created to rescue me in decades past. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/aaronconrad/support

Duration:00:36:08

Episode 264 | Cory DiCarro - Northwest Bible Church

11/30/2023
Episode 264 is with Cory Dicarro. My friend is the Groups and Discipleship Pastor for Northwest Bible Church in Hilliard, Ohio. Cory and I have been friends for years. He was my children's Youth Pastor and left his fingerprints all over their lives. We cover a lot in this interview. Thank you Cory and may God continue to work in your life. Cory serves as the Groups & Discipleship Pastor. He has a long history with Northwest and has served in various pastoral roles. He’s passionate about seeing people grow in their relationship with Jesus and connect in authentic community. Hobbies Reading his Bible with a good cup of coffee Spending time with family and friends Listening to music Walks with his wife Kelly Being active with his two boys Working out --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/aaronconrad/support

Duration:00:36:11

Episode 263 | Director Brock Heasley - The Shift

11/28/2023
Episode 263 is with the Director of the new film "The Shift," Brock Heasley. The Shift is a modern-day retelling of the book of Job. Kevin Garner (Kristoffer Polaha) gets separated from Molly (Liz Tabish), the love of his life, when a mysterious adversary known as The Benefactor (Neal McDonough) sends him to an alternate dystopian reality. Will hope and faith be enough to find his way back? https://www.angel.com/movies/the-shift Brock Heasley Brock Heasley is a writer, filmmaker, and artist. After graduating from California State University Fresno with a degree in Graphic Design, Brock became a full-time Graphic Designer and, later, an Art Director. In 2006, he launched the online comic The SuperFogeys, and then co-created the online comic Monsterplex in 2010, which went on to win the DC Comics Zuda competition. In 2018, Brock’s YA Contemporary novel Paper Bag Mask (Pen Name Publishing) was published, reaching the top of Amazon’s Young Adult Fiction New Release chart in the first week. Brock’s debut memoir, The Other Side of Fear: A True Coming-of-Age Story of Murder, Forgiveness, and the Peace Only Faith Can Bring, released in Fall 2020 from Cedar Fort Publishing. His writing has appeared on the Independent Journal Review and at ForEveryMom.com. In 2015, Brock left the Graphic Design world for the film world, working on and producing feature films for Tremendum Pictures, Blumhouse Productions, New Line Cinema, Warner Bros., and Lionsgate. In 2017 he released his directorial debut, "The Shift," about an ordinary man receiving a job offer from the Devil himself. The short film earned him an Outstanding Filmmaker of the Year Award from the Hollywood Dreamz International Film Festival and you can watch it here. His second short film, "The Two Hundred Fifth," about a young college girl with a dark past that comes back to haunt her on the day she chooses to reveal all to her best friend, had its World Premiere at the renowned Fantasia International Film Festival in 2019. In early 2023, Brock turned his short film, THE SHIFT, into a feature film to be released theatrically by Angel Studios in December 2023. Expanding on the story from the short, it stars Kristoffer Polaha, Neal McDonough, Elizabeth Tabish, John Billingsley, Rose Reid, Paras Patel, Jordan Alexandra, Jordan Walker Ross, and Sean Astin. Brock lives with his wife, three daughters, two dogs, and one cat in California. Brock didn’t want another dog, but his girls made a pretty killer PowerPoint presentation and he didn’t want to look like a jerk. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/aaronconrad/support

Duration:00:45:50

Episode 262 | Conservative Ant

11/21/2023
Episode 262 of the Aaron Unscripted Podcast is with Political and comical social media influencer, ConservativeAnt. Anthony and I sat down for an hour and he was gracious enough to give me his time. He is an influencer and his voice is so important. He shares his thoughts, sometimes many times a day on all social media platforms. It is an honor to spend time with him and discuss several topics ranging from: Content Creation Italy Florida Generosity Monetizing content creation Changes/Challenges with the TikTok platform Politics Trump Rapid fire Please fine ALL of Ant's links here - https://linktr.ee/Conservativeant1.0?... --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/aaronconrad/support

Duration:00:55:54

Episode 261 | Unscripted with Gerald Murphy - Garden City Church

11/4/2023
Gerald Murphy is the Lead Pastor of Garden City Church with his wife Lauren. On Sunday, October 29th, Gerald delivered a sermon at Rock City Church called "Why We Pray for Israel." He delivered it with intention, passion, truth and love. I wanted my friend to come on today to talk about his ministry but also go a little deeper into what he delivered on Sunday. You can find that sermon at the link below. GardenCityChurch.TV Gerald on Instagram - @gerald.damurphy Rock City Church Sermon - https://rockcitychurch.tv/series/wisdom-from-the-psalms/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/aaronconrad/support

Duration:00:45:50

Episode 260 | Elliott Wallach - Producer with Edify Media

11/2/2023
Elliott Wallach has been working in the film business for over 20 years. He is the founder of Edify Media, a full-service public relations firm that specializes in the promotion of family, faith-friendly, and faith-based films. He has worked with every major studio and has been responsible for promoting movies like The Passion of the Christ, The Help, Amazing Grace, and more. His primary focus is with Edify Films, a distribution company also focused on bringing the world family and faith-friendly films. It's Elliott’s conviction that a movie is the most powerful art form ever created by man, and one 90-minute film can change a life, and even change the world. Edify Films is responsible for the distribution of DVD and merchandise for When Calls the Heart, currently filming its 11th Season and broadcasting on the Hallmark Channel. Through Edify Films, Elliott has recently produced a 12-episode television program that serves as an After Show for When Calls the Heart. He is also releasing his first theatrical release, God of Heaven and Earth, which is due to hit theaters on November 5th. "Movies are the most powerful art form ever created by man. There's nothing like it when you're able to lose your very identity for 90 minutes and leave a movie theater inspired to change your life. I hope for nothing less than that for God of Heaven and Earth - a film that can radically impact a person's faith. And faith changes everything." --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/aaronconrad/support

Duration:00:39:01

Episode 259 | Timothy Mahoney - God of Heaven and Earth

10/30/2023
Episode 259 is with Timothy Mahoney, creator of Bible Cinema Roadshow and Patterns of Evidence Films. Timothy Mahoney is the award-winning director of six feature films: Patterns of Evidence: Mt Sinai I & II, Patterns of Evidence: The Red Sea Miracle I & II, Patterns of Evidence: The Moses Controversy, and Patterns of Evidence: The Exodus. Tim is the founder of Thinking Man Films and Media, a Minneapolis, Minnesota-based international documentary & publishing company. Tim has spent almost 20 years exploring some of the biggest questions of the Bible and what they mean for our world today. His insatiable curiosity led him on a journey across the world interviewing some of the world’s leading Bible scholars, archaeologists, and historians to seek answers. What he’s uncovered is an amazing pattern of evidence that matches the events recorded in the Bible. Tim was raised hearing that the stories in the Bible were true, but as he got older he was challenged to lose those beliefs. These questions led him on a trip to Egypt and the very location of the Exodus story. It was there that he experienced his own crisis of faith when told there was no evidence for this account. Undeterred, he had to know – were these foundational stories in the Bible true or not? This led him on a 12-year investigation resulting in the feature documentary Patterns of Evidence: The Exodus. This award-winning film and its companion book, Patterns of Evidence: A Filmmaker’s Journey challenged the traditional views of biblical criticism, demonstrating archaeological evidence that matched the Bible’s narrative. The balanced approach allowed audiences to decide for themselves if the Exodus was truth or myth. A native Minnesotan, Tim’s hobbies include folk music and outdoor activities. Tim and Jill have been married for 40 years. They have four (4) married children and eight (8) grandchildren. GOD OF HEAVEN AND EARTH is a feature-length documentary coming to theaters November 5th-6th. It offers incredibly compelling evidence of what the Star of Bethlehem was and what the Magi saw that caused them to travel more than 700 miles to Israel. Additional content provides evidence for the date and circumstance of Christ’s crucifixion. This is the first installment in Thinking Man Film’s Bible Cinema Roadshow, a year-long theatrical film series designed to bring Biblical content to your community all year long via theaters. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/aaronconrad/support

Duration:00:43:03

Episode 258 | Eric Leprotti - AKA Eric From The Block

10/24/2023
Episode 258 is with Eric Leprotti. We have a history that extends to my friendship with his parents long before he was ever born. We are excited to make a BIG announcement for Eric but you'll have to wait to hear it at the end. In the meantime, get to know Eric From The Block! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/aaronconrad/support

Duration:00:28:39

Episode 257 | Jenna Miracle. The Woman Behind The Man.

10/6/2023
Episode 257 of Aaron Unscripted is with the amazing Jenna Miracle. You may know the story of multi-time guest Gary Miracle but today, we honor his bride Jenna. Behind every man, there is a woman who believes in him. Jenna and Gary's story is just beginning but it has been one that will inspire you. To quote Ginny Owens, "But you never said it would be easy, you only said I'd never go alone." Reach out to Jenna and find out more about Gary's book at - garymiracle.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/aaronconrad/support

Duration:00:53:09

Episode 256 | Robinne Drabick MVNU

9/29/2023
Episode 256 is with my MVNU friend and alumni Robinne Drabick. Robinne is a dear friend and has been since our time at Mount Vernon Nazarene University. In this episode, we catch up on all that has happened and is happening in her life since graduating. She and her husband Nick are parents of athletes and the recently purchased an athletic facility. You can find out more about their facility at - https://ladiessuperfitness.com/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/aaronconrad/support

Duration:00:35:38