So About That Calvin Nowell Episode...

The United States of South Africa Pt 2

In Pt 2 of the Malcolm du Plessis interview, Phil and Malcolm discuss Malcolm’s views on the false appeal of multicultural and mega church in America. He also discusses the fascinating events behind the fall of apartheid in South Africa and what motivated his move to the US. Finally Malcolm shares the story behind his latest endeavor Common Hymnal, the rising activism oriented artist collective that may very well be a future model for artists moving forward.

The United States of South Africa

This week, fresh off the heels of the 2024 US election, Gtar Phil interviews South Afrikaner activist and music impresario Malcolm du Plessi. Malcolm shares the story of how he helped fight apartheid in South Africa and moved to the US knowing there would be a time when what he learned and did there would prove to be training for his mission in the States. In Part 1 of this 2 part interview du Plessi shares some of his incredible insight on Christian Nationalism, the evangelical church and it's constant struggle with race and why racism has been able to exist so long in the United States. This episode is fascinating as a White man from S. Africa shares why he is on a mission to decenter whiteness in America today.

So That's What's in Boise

Gtar Phil Welcomes his first tech guest of his podcast with Brian Porter of Porter Pickups. Brian shares some of the secrets to creating pickups that are sought out by guitar players all over the world and what it took for him to realize his dream. He highlights the struggle of creating without compromise and how the world can beat a path to your door when you live in Boise Idaho. Phil also gets a few answers to his burning questions about Bigfoot out west. Tune in and even if you're not a guitar geek or gear head you'll leave this episode inspired to go after your dreams in the face of uncertainty.

So About That Calvin Nowell Episode...

If you listened to Ep 3: Laundry in the Choir Room feat Calvin Nowell and were intrigued, entertained or wanted to know more about what transpired behind the scenes, this Special Episode featuring GPS Host Gtar Phil is for you. In a very special and brand new content breaking news episode Phil shares his thoughts and experiences on some of the things that has transpired with him in the week since Episode 3's launch . Phil goes into detail about shooting the episode with Calvin and the very interesting timeline of events that led to the taping and eventual release of the interview. He also shares some of his thoughts on his the purpose of his show and why what Calvin shared was important to the music community and the entertainment industry at large.

Laundry in the Choir Room

Singer, songwriter, vocal arranger, producer, worship leader and now viral YouTube sensation Calvin Nowell has been a mainstay on some of the biggest Christian hit songs of the past 2 decades. His sound and presence have lifted countless spirits. He details his improbable path from college student to background singer to social media and internet hero to the masses. But in the middle of the interview Calvin reveals a shocking secret that takes Phil so off course in the that the show takes an entirely different direction. This episode promises to be Gtar Phil's most controversial of the season as Nowell bravely bears fresh wounds and airs out a little laundry from Nashville's sacred Christian music scene. You don't wanna miss this episode!