Vinelife Podcast

What if spiritual deception doesn’t look dark at all?Former professional psychic medium Jenn Nizza joins The Vinelife Podcast to talk about her new book, Darkness in Disguise: A Biblical Warning About Spiritual Deception in Our Culture.Jenn shares what drew her into the psychic world, why something can appear helpful or spiritual and still lead us away from biblical truth, and how Christians can develop discernment without becoming fearful of everything around them.We also discuss children and spiritual influences, what the church can do better when reaching people involved in New Age practices, and Out of the Shadows, the dramatic short film based on Jenn’s life.Learn more about Jenn Nizza and Ex-Psychic Saved:https://www.expsychicsaved.com/The Vinelife Podcast:vinelife.us#JennNizza #DarknessInDisguise #ExPsychicSaved #TheVinelifePodcast #ChristianPodcast #SpiritualDiscernment #NewAge #Occult #Jesus

Johnny Owens joins The Vinelife Podcast for a very special conversation about his father, country music legend Buck Owens, and keeping the Bakersfield Sound alive for a new generation.Johnny shares what Buck was really like away from the stage and cameras, what it was like growing up around some of country music’s biggest stars, and his memories of visiting the set of Hee Haw, where he encountered artists including Johnny Cash, Dolly Parton, George Jones, Tammy Wynette and many others.We also talk about Johnny’s new recording of the Buck Owens classic “Together Again,” why he chose the song, and the upcoming album he is preparing in honor of his father’s remarkable music.One of the most personal moments of our conversation comes when Johnny reveals that Buck never heard him sing. Johnny explains why he waited until later in life to perform and what it means today when audiences tell him how much his voice reminds them of his dad.Johnny also explains the Bakersfield Sound, his friendship with Merle Haggard’s son Marty Haggard, and why preserving this music has become much more than simply performing old songs—it’s about keeping an important part of country music history alive. Pasted text Pasted text🎵 Learn more about Johnny Owens:https://johnnyowensmusic.com🌿 The Vinelife Podcast:https://vinelife.us00:00 Welcome & Johnny Owens introduction01:18 What was Buck Owens really like as a father?04:08 Growing up around country music legends06:13 Johnny’s memories of Hee Haw10:41 Why Johnny recorded “Together Again”14:28 The emotional side of recording Buck’s songs15:10 Why Buck Owens never heard Johnny sing21:37 Does Johnny naturally sound like his father?23:00 What made the Bakersfield Sound different?28:16 Understanding Buck Owens’ legacy with age31:31 Preserving the music of Buck Owens & Merle Haggard33:01 New music, touring & the upcoming album37:08 Johnny shows Buck Owens’ guitar39:29 Closing thoughts & looking ahead👍 Like, subscribe and share if you enjoy conversations about music, faith, life and the stories behind the people who make an impact.#JohnnyOwens #BuckOwens #BakersfieldSound #TogetherAgain #CountryMusic #ClassicCountry #HeeHaw #VinelifePodcast

What happens when everything you believed about your life turns out to be a lie? And how do you find the faith and strength to begin again?In this episode of The Vinelife Podcast, Tony Clark welcomes Venus Morris Griffin, author of The Other Side of Perfect: A True Story of Love, Lies, and Learning to Forgive.Venus's extraordinary story captured national attention through Humans of New York. After nearly 20 years of marriage, a shocking phone call exposed a hidden life of betrayal and abuse. Her husband was eventually sentenced to 45 years in prison, leaving Venus to raise six children and rebuild their lives.Through faith, determination, and the support of her family, Venus found the strength to move forward.Today, she's a successful real estate professional, motivational speaker, and founder of the Venus Morris Griffin Foundation, which provides $10,000 scholarships to young people with incarcerated parents.In this deeply personal conversation, we discuss her new book, the power of faith during life's darkest moments, and what it truly means to forgive without excusing wrongdoing.Venus also shares why financial success is not her greatest accomplishment and how she's using her story to bring hope to others.⏱️ INTERVIEW CHAPTERS0:00 — Meet Venus Morris Griffin1:03 — The Foundation's Scholarship Mission6:32 — Supporting Children of Incarcerated Parents10:26 — The Other Side of Perfect14:14 — The Phone Call That Changed Everything20:17 — Rebuilding Life With Her Children29:13 — What Forgiveness Really Means31:24 — Humans of New York and Sharing Her Story37:14 — What's Next for Venus38:55 — A Closing Message of Hope📖 LEARN MORE ABOUT VENUSOfficial Website & Book:https://venusmorrisgriffin.comVenus Morris Griffin Foundation:https://venusmorrisgriffin.com/foundation🎙️ ABOUT THE VINELIFE PODCASTHosted by Tony Clark, The Vinelife Podcast features meaningful conversations with authors, musicians, entertainers, Christian leaders, and other guests about their lives, work, faith, and personal journeys.🌐 Visit https://vinelife.us👍 If this conversation encouraged you, please LIKE, SHARE, and SUBSCRIBE for more interviews about faith, life, and the stories that inspire us.#VenusMorrisGriffin #TheOtherSideOfPerfect #TheVinelifePodcast #Faith #Forgiveness

James Woods joins me on The Vinelife Podcast to talk about his brand-new album, The Killer’s Wife, his unexpected second act as a songwriter, and the stories behind his music.James shares how “The Hearts of Men” was inspired by Matthew 24 and influenced by Johnny Cash, why he and producer Shooter Jennings refuse to use AI or Auto-Tune, and how Bob Wayne helps bring his lyrics to life.We also talk about his memories of working with Dolly Parton, his musical influences, the resurgence of vinyl, and how songs can begin with something as simple as a phrase, a memory, or a street sign.One of the most personal moments comes when James tells the story behind “Hello Friend,” written for his childhood best friend who died from cystic fibrosis before he had the chance to return her final call and say goodbye.Learn more about James and his music at www.jamesWoods.com

Paul Brown, founder of Wasson Watch Co., joins The Vinelife Podcast to talk about what makes his watches different, his commitment to quality, and the long road from idea to successful brand.Paul also shares his journey from the Marines and intelligence work to entrepreneurship, the setbacks he faced along the way, and how his Christian faith shapes the way he does business.Wasson Watch Co.: WassonWatch.com#PaulBrown #WassonWatch #TheVinelifePodcast #ChristianBusiness #FaithAndBusiness #Entrepreneurship0:00 Welcome and introduction to Paul Brown0:30 What makes Wasson Watch Company different3:37 Faith, quality, and customer service5:53 Watch materials, movements, and durability8:04 Sending a watch into the stratosphere9:46 Paul’s background and starting the company13:05 Designer and entrepreneur—not a traditional watchmaker15:21 Leading a business while living out faith18:40 Creating better alternatives instead of only criticizing culture21:27 Handling criticism and speaking publicly about convictions23:19 Early business struggles and the turning point28:24 Growth through social media and persistence32:01 Customer stories and watches in the real world33:47 Paul’s personal faith journey37:56 Advice for aspiring entrepreneurs42:24 New watch releases and the GPS digital-watch idea47:09 Where to find Wasson Watch Company48:49 Closing encouragement

Country singer Karen Waldrup joins The Vinelife Podcast for a conversation about her new single, “Just In Case,” released September 18.Karen talks about the meaning behind the new song, her journey through country music, and how faith has influenced the person and artist she has become.We also talk about the ups and downs of pursuing music, connecting with an audience, and continuing to chase the calling and dreams God has placed in your life.🎵 Karen Waldrup — “Just In Case”🌐 Karen’s Website: https://karenwaldrup.com🎙️ The Vinelife Podcast🌐 https://vinelife.usIf you enjoy the conversation, subscribe to The Vinelife Podcast, leave a comment, and share the interview.#KarenWaldrup #JustInCase #CountryMusic #CountrySinger #TheVinelifePodcast #VinelifePodcast #NewMusic

Her full name is Eleanor Alice, which happens to rhyme with malice…and once she hits the backyard, that name starts making a lot of sense.She’s a rescued BoJack—Boston Terrier/Jack Russell mix—who is perfect inside but loves digging holes, chasing squirrels and creating a little chaos outside. And, of course, you can’t miss that legendary underbite.Here’s a quick introduction to the little rescue dog who found her way into my home—and eventually onto the Vinelife logo.🎙️ www.vinelife.us#VinelifePodcast #MeetEllie #RescueDog #BoJack #DogLovers

Author and veteran TV writer Troy Schmidt joins me on The Vinelife Podcast to talk about The Seven, his faith-based action-adventure series for young readers, and Alive, the seventh and final book.Troy shares how the series began, how his own faith journey influenced the character of Josh, and why the story ultimately leads to the crucifixion and resurrection of Jesus.We also talk about Troy’s years working in television, what Christians should know about working in entertainment, how to maintain integrity in Hollywood, the importance of creating high-quality faith-based media, and why A Charlie Brown Christmas had such a lasting impact on his life.Troy also shares advice for young writers and creators, stories from his career, and the childhood dream that eventually became a life of writing and storytelling.Learn more about Troy and his books:https://troyeschmidt.com#TroySchmidt #TheSeven #Alive #VinelifePodcast #ChristianPodcast #ChristianBooks #ChristianMedia0:00 Welcome & Meet Troy Schmidt0:44 Writing for Today’s Young Readers4:27 How The Seven Series Began7:21 Is Josh Based on Troy? His Own Faith Journey9:10 How A Charlie Brown Christmas Influenced Troy12:35 Troy’s Friendship & Partnership with Dan Lynch13:26 Bringing Noah, Jericho & Bible History to Life15:50 Researching Israel & Biblical Events17:25 Could The Seven Become a Movie or TV Series?19:30 Why Christian Movies & Media Are Getting Better22:11 Troy’s Advice for Young Christian Creatives25:16 Keeping Your Faith & Integrity in Hollywood28:36 Why Christians Need a Voice in Entertainment30:27 Why Alive Ends at the Crucifixion & Resurrection32:00 Will There Ever Be a Book Eight?34:16 Beyond The Seven: Troy’s Other Books37:06 Praying Through the Bible Series38:07 The “100 Best” Bible Series39:44 Where to Find Troy’s Books41:07 What Troy Schmidt Is Working on Next42:13 What Age Is The Seven Series For?44:02 Alive and the Final Journey of The Seven44:31 Troy’s Childhood Dream of Becoming an Author46:07 Closing Thoughts & Where to Find Troy

Join me as I sit down once again with world-renowned astrophysicist Dr. Hugh Ross. In his latest book, Noah’s Flood Revisited, Dr. Ross takes a fresh look at the ancient flood story through the lens of the Bible and modern science—offering thoughtful, evidence-based insights into some of the biggest questions surrounding faith, history, and the natural world.Website: https://reasons.org/#noahsfloodrevisited #drhughross #ReasonsToBelieve #hughross 0:00 - Intro | Hugh's Photography and God’s two books 3:25 - More athiests in cities than the countryside?4:10 - Why write this book now?6:12 - Old Earth Christians…more credibility with scientists?11:45 - The Flood is both God’s judgment and mercy15:00 - Why didn’t people multiply and fill the entire earth during pre-flood years?17:00 - How long ago was Noah’s flood?23:16 - Enough water for a “global” flood?27:04 - Flood covering “all mountains?”28:29 - Other flood stories from ancient cultures?29:46 - Is Reasons to Believe planning to build a life-size Ark?32:14 - Can the Ark be found today?35:34 - Hugh’s reception at major universities38:45 - Better stewards of God’s creation42:44 - What surprised you the most from writing this book? 43:42 – What are you writing next?45:44 – Best way to purchase the new book, Noah’s Flood Revisited?

Join me as I interview filmmaker Michael Ray Lewis about his documentary, Universe Designed. The film explores the relationship between science and faith, featuring interviews with theologians and apologists. Michael shares his personal journey from atheism to Christianity, the challenges of producing a high-quality faith-based film, and the importance of apologetics in defending one's beliefs. He discusses the impact he hopes the documentary will have on both believers and non-believers, emphasizing the need for Christians to be equipped to share their faith. The conversation also touches on the significance of the gospel message and the unexpected connections made during the film's production.More Info: https://universedesigned.com/Support: https://universedesigned.com/donate/#universedesignedmovie #michaelraylewis #HughRoss #FrankTurek #JWarnerWallace #stephenmeyer #gregkoukl #aliciachilders #seanmcdowell 00:18 -Introduction and favorite Christmas movie02:24 -The Cinematic Quality of Faith-Based Films05:04 -Funding and Production Journey06:37 -The Importance of Apologetics09:08 -Target Audience and Impact of the Documentary10:56 - Choosing Interviewees for the Film12:32 -Michael's Journey from Atheism to Faith16:42 -The Catalyst for Evangelism24:40 -Overcoming Hesitation in Sharing Faith25:25 -Vision for the Future of Universe Designed26:40 -Unexpected Connections During Filming28:12 -The Significance of the Closing Theme29:50 - Supporting the Documentary31:38 - What is the Gospel Message