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EP 313: Good News in a Bad News WorldTurn on the news, scroll through social media, or read the latest headlines, and it can feel like the world is falling apart. But here's the good news: There's still plenty of GOOD NEWS out there!In Episode 313 of Revival Town Podcast, Andy King and Chuck Tate take a break from the doom and gloom to highlight some encouraging headlines and inspiring stories worth sharing.From remarkable acts of kindness to uplifting moments that remind us there's still good happening in the world, 'Tate & His Mate' unpack stories that deserve a little more attention.It's a refreshing, hope-filled conversation with plenty of laughs, encouragement, and a reminder that bad news may grab the headlines, but good news is still happening every day!Apple | SpotifyYouTube revivaltownpodcast.com

EP 312: No script. No agenda. No idea where the conversation will go!In Episode 312 of Revival Town Podcast, Andy King and Chuck Tate switch things up! Instead of a planned topic, special guest, or carefully prepared talking points, they simply hit record and let the conversation unfold.What happens when two friends sit down behind the microphones with absolutely no direction? Your guess is as good as ours!It's spontaneous, unscripted, and completely OFF THE CUFF!Sometimes the best conversations are the ones you never planned.Apple | Spotify YouTube  revivaltownpodcast.com

EP 311 : In this episode of Revival Town Podcast, Andy King and Chuck Tate unpack the powerful conversation between Joel Houston of Hillsong UNITED and Pastor Rich Wilkerson Jr. on the Mature Me podcast.What happens when the person who helped millions worship God finds himself wrestling with faith, disappointment, and unanswered questions?After stepping away from the spotlight, Joel opened up about his personal journey, the challenges of faith, and what it means to trust God when life doesn't go according to plan.It's one thing to sing about surrender. It's another thing to live it.This is an honest, thought-provoking conversation about faith, doubt, disappointment, and discovering that your relationship with God matters far more than any platform.Apple | Spotify YouTube  revivaltownpodcast.com

EP 310: What happens when your passion for helping people becomes your life's calling?In Episode 310 of Revival Town Podcast, Andy and Chuck sit down with Denise Bailey, Director of Business Administration & Development at Dream Center Peoria, where she also leads ZOE House.Denise shares her journey through the nonprofit world, the unexpected path that brought her to Dream Center Peoria, and the heart behind her passion for ZOE House. She also talks about stepping into her new leadership role, the importance of serving people in need, and her excitement for Dream Center Peoria's upcoming year-end event, Surrounded.This is an inspiring conversation about purpose, compassion, leadership, and what happens when you use your gifts to make a difference in the lives of others.And as promised... If you want to attend SURROUNDED 2026 for free, click on this link COMPLIMENTARY TICKET -  ⁠https://www.eventbrite.com/e/dcp-surrounded-complimentary-ticket-tickets-1999732246982?aff=oddtdtcreator⁠  🎧 Apple | Spotify | YouTube 📍 revivaltownpodcast.com

EP 309: Worship, Culture & Laughs!What happens when you put RockChurch Worship Pastor and Dream Center Peoria Creative Director Lance Van Tine in the hot seat with Chuck and Andy? You get an episode filled with honest conversation, powerful insights, and plenty of laughs!Lance joins us to reflect on his 15 years at RockChurch, share his heart for worship, and discuss how worship culture has evolved over the years. We also dive into his exciting new role at Dream Center Peoria and their upcoming event, Surrounded.And just when you think things are getting serious, Lance might break out one of his hilarious impersonations! 😂Faith, worship, ministry, and laughter—this episode has a little bit of everything! And as promised... If you want to attend SURROUNDED 2026 for free, click on this link COMPLIMENTARY TICKET -  https://www.eventbrite.com/e/dcp-surrounded-complimentary-ticket-tickets-1999732246982?aff=oddtdtcreator  🎧 Apple | Spotify | YouTube 📍 revivaltownpodcast.com

EP308: AI can answer questions, organize ideas, offer advice, help us study, and even sound remarkably compassionate. But as artificial intelligence becomes increasingly woven into our everyday lives, where should Christians draw the line?In this episode of Revival Town Podcast, Andy and Chuck unpack 10 dangers of AI that are worth thinking about—especially as people increasingly turn to AI for emotional support, spiritual guidance, companionship, and some of life's biggest decisions.This isn't an episode about fearing technology or declaring AI good or bad. It's about asking a much more important question: What role should AI have in a Christian's life?🎧 Apple | Spotify | YouTube 📍 revivaltownpodcast.com#RevivalTownPodcast #ArtificialIntelligence #ChristianLiving #FaithAndTechnology

EP 307: Why Gen Z Is Returning to Church?In this episode of Revival Town Podcast, Andy and Chuck unpack 10 reasons why they believe Gen Z is taking a fresh look at church and Christianity.From a hunger for meaning and authentic relationships to loneliness, emotional exhaustion, prayer, worship, and the search for truth, purpose, and hope, this generation may be discovering that endless information and constant connectivity still can’t answer life’s deepest questions.Maybe Gen Z isn’t looking for more religion. Maybe they’re looking for something real—community, purpose, truth, hope, and ultimately, an encounter with Jesus. Apple | Spotify | YouTube revivaltownpodcast.com

EP 306: Meet Bible Bill: A Life Built on the WordThis week on Revival Town Podcast, Andy and Chuck sit down with a Central Illinois legend: Bill Winkler, former CEO of Peoria Charter Coach and the man many throughout the region simply know as “Bible Bill.”Bill shares lessons learned from building and leading Peoria Charter, including the challenges that came with covid. But behind the businessman is an even bigger passion: Jesus and the Bible.Hear the story behind the “Bible Bill” nickname as Bill explains how his passion for helping people understand Scripture eventually led to Bible comic books, coloring books, and other creative ways of sharing God’s Word.This is a fun, encouraging conversation...and yes, Bill also became the first guest in RTP history to show up for an interview in costume!” 😄🎧 Apple | Spotify | YouTube 📍 revivaltownpodcast.com 

EP 305: In this powerful episode of Revival Town Podcast, Andy and Chuck sit down with bestselling author, speaker, advocate, and A Reason to Stand founder Ashlee Boyson, whose remarkable story has been featured on Dateline NBC and Dr. Phil and has reached millions of readers.Ashlee opens up about navigating unimaginable loss, betrayal, grief, and public scrutiny while raising five young children. She shares what it was like to grieve both a marriage and a spouse, how she found the courage to begin telling her story through The Moments We Stand, and the difficult journey from seeing herself as a victim to using her voice to help others.This is a raw, honest, and hope-filled conversation about grief, resilience, healing, and finding the strength to keep moving forward when life doesn't go according to plan.If you've ever wondered how you get back up after life knocks you down, this episode is for you. Apple | Spotify | YouTube  revivaltownpodcast.com

EP 304: Twenty-five years later, we still remember where we were.On September 11, 2001, America experienced a day that changed our nation forever. Nearly 3,000 lives were lost, countless families were forever changed, and ordinary people displayed extraordinary courage in the face of unimaginable evil.In this special episode of Revival Town Podcast, Andy and Chuck look back on 9/11 through their own memories of that morning—the images they can still see, the heroes who ran toward danger, and the first responders whose sacrifice continued long after the rubble was cleared.With an entire generation now too young to remember 9/11 firsthand, Chuck and Andy wrestle with an important question: When we say “Never Forget,” what exactly are we asking them to remember?Remember the victims. Remember their families. Remember the first responders. Remember the courage. Remember the sacrifice. Remember how America came together. And above all, remember that even in our darkest moments, God remains our refuge and strength, always ready to help in times of trouble.🇺🇸 25 years later, we remember. We honor. We pray. We will never forget.