The Embers

Episode 24: Spaghetti Brains and Storytelling with Paul McCusker

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2502098/fan_mail/new] Welcome back to The Embers Podcast!  Sorry for being gone... but we're back and happy to be your #1 podcast haha.  This week, we're joined by author, and long time story teller Paul McCusker. Many of you will recognize Paul from his incredible work with Adventures in Odyssey, but his journey extends far beyond that. We get into Writing, Directing, Audiobook Production , and helping bring stories to life that have impacted countless people.  In this episode, we discuss Paul's journey into storytelling, the lessons he's learned throughout his career, and the role faith has played every step of the way. We dive into his work on The Chronicles of Narnia audiobooks, Adventures in Odyssey, and his creativity.  Along the way, there are plenty of laughs, great fellowship, a rapid fire segment, and we close our time together in prayer.  We hope your encouraged by this conversation as much as we were.  Thanks for listening! Support the show [https://www.patreon.com/c/TheEmbersPodcast] If this episode lit something in you, don't keep it to yourself. Share it. Let it Grow.  Give us a Follow!  Give us a Rating! DM us your thoughts, ideas, or questions!  Spread the flame! #TheEmbersPodcast #ChristianPodcast #FaithPodcast #PodcastGrowth #AnimeTalk #AnimePodcast #AnimeFans #Nerd Culture #ChristianNerd #FaithandFandom #AnimeBelivers #JesusAndAnime #FaithTalk #GodisGood

Episode 23: Literacy vs Literary (Ft Brian Godawa )

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2502098/fan_mail/new] In this episode of The Embers, we sit down with Brian Godawa for a conversation that moves through apologetics, the Book of Daniel, and some of the Book of Daniel, and some of the bigger questions that come with it all.  We talk through what it looks like, to understand what is Literacy in the bible, and what is more literary. Big things that help break down the bible. We touch on Revelation... Of course,  *Cough* Arron... Like always we let the conversation just run and had a great time with guest Brian Godawa. We wrap things up with a fun Rapid Fire Segment  If you guys enjoyed this one, be sure to check out some of his work. He has written a number of books, diving into biblical themes & history that are most definitely worth your time. Appreciate every single one of you.   Support the show [https://www.patreon.com/c/TheEmbersPodcast] If this episode lit something in you, don't keep it to yourself. Share it. Let it Grow.  Give us a Follow!  Give us a Rating! DM us your thoughts, ideas, or questions!  Spread the flame! #TheEmbersPodcast #ChristianPodcast #FaithPodcast #PodcastGrowth #AnimeTalk #AnimePodcast #AnimeFans #Nerd Culture #ChristianNerd #FaithandFandom #AnimeBelivers #JesusAndAnime #FaithTalk #GodisGood

Episode 22: Revelation & Creation (Ft Phil Hester)

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2502098/fan_mail/new] In this episode of The Embers, we sit down with comic book writer and artist Phil Hester to talk about his journey into comics, his upbringing, and how faith has played a role in his creative process. We dive into his work on The Wretch, his experiences in the comic world, and how inspiration can strike anywhere, even sitting in church. We also talk about a powerful rendition of the book of Revelation and how storytelling and scripture can intersect in unexpected ways. We wrap things up with a Marvel vs DC draft battle, building our ultimate superhero teams and debating who takes the win.  This episode is a mix of faith, creativity, and competition, a conversation about calling, storytelling, and what it means to create with purpose. Support the show [https://www.patreon.com/c/TheEmbersPodcast] If this episode lit something in you, don't keep it to yourself. Share it. Let it Grow.  Give us a Follow!  Give us a Rating! DM us your thoughts, ideas, or questions!  Spread the flame! #TheEmbersPodcast #ChristianPodcast #FaithPodcast #PodcastGrowth #AnimeTalk #AnimePodcast #AnimeFans #Nerd Culture #ChristianNerd #FaithandFandom #AnimeBelivers #JesusAndAnime #FaithTalk #GodisGood

Episode 21: From Dragon Ball to Deep Truths, (Ft Chuck Huber)

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2502098/fan_mail/new] Chuck Huber joins The Embers Podcast for a fun meaningful conversation covering anime, voice acting, faith and life. We dive into how he got started with Funimation, why anime continues to grow in popularity, sub vs dub, the roles he loves voicing, and some iconic character voices along the way.  Chuck also shares practical thoughts on quitting nail biting, remembering the 10 Commandments, and we debut a fun new Rapid Fire segment before closing in prayer.    Support the show [https://www.patreon.com/c/TheEmbersPodcast] If this episode lit something in you, don't keep it to yourself. Share it. Let it Grow.  Give us a Follow!  Give us a Rating! DM us your thoughts, ideas, or questions!  Spread the flame! #TheEmbersPodcast #ChristianPodcast #FaithPodcast #PodcastGrowth #AnimeTalk #AnimePodcast #AnimeFans #Nerd Culture #ChristianNerd #FaithandFandom #AnimeBelivers #JesusAndAnime #FaithTalk #GodisGood

Episode 20: More Than Just the Punchline, Behind The Laughs (Ft Bob Smiley)

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2502098/fan_mail/new] In this episode of The Embers, we sit down with comedian Bob Smiley for a conversation that goes well beyond the punchline. Bob shares how his journey into comedy began, the unexpected moments that shaped his path, and what his life has been like traveling and performing across the country. Along the way we talk about hunting, stories from the road, and even some moments where jokes didn't land quite as smoothly as planned  We also explore some deeper reflections on calling, courage, and the ways God moves in unexpected places. Bob gives us a look behind the laughs and the stories that shaped him. It's a conversation filled with humor, honesty, and the kind f moments that remind us there's often more going on beneath the surface than we realize. Support the show [https://www.patreon.com/c/TheEmbersPodcast] If this episode lit something in you, don't keep it to yourself. Share it. Let it Grow.  Give us a Follow!  Give us a Rating! DM us your thoughts, ideas, or questions!  Spread the flame! #TheEmbersPodcast #ChristianPodcast #FaithPodcast #PodcastGrowth #AnimeTalk #AnimePodcast #AnimeFans #Nerd Culture #ChristianNerd #FaithandFandom #AnimeBelivers #JesusAndAnime #FaithTalk #GodisGood