Send a textSophia Warren opens up about how BadBadNotGood’s “Time Moves Slow” became tied to her first real heartbreak. What started as a close friendship at their retail job turned into something more—and the song quietly followed them through it all. From late-night talks to moments when words weren’t enough, Read More
Send us a textPatrick O'Donnell told me about two songs that have followed him through life: Tom Petty’s Even the Losers and Foo Fighters’ Walk. From his college DJ days to moments of personal reflection and growth, Patrick shared how these tracks helped him process challenges—from heartbreak and identity to Read More
Send us a textDan Shinder reflects on the complexity and brilliance of “Awaken” by Yes—a song that changed the way he listened to music. From hearing it at just 13 to eventually performing it himself, the track became a guidepost in his musical journey. He shares how this 15-minute epic Read More
Send us a textI sat down with country singer-songwriter Stephen Quinn to talk about the story behind his patriotic anthem Stand Up—a song born from personal values, national pride, and a desire to inspire unity and kindness. From his tight-knit family roots to performing on big stages like American Idol Read More
Send us a textJames Campion, author of Revolution: Prince, the Band, the Era, remembers the first time he heard “When Doves Cry” and how it spread through his band like wildfire. He reflects on the song’s weirdness—no bassline, a haunting guitar, and Prince’s poetic metaphors—and why it still sparks something Read More
Send us a textReeya Paulose traces her love for The Beatles back to one of the earliest influences in her life—her mom. Before Reeya turned 12, her mom passed away, but not before passing down a deep appreciation for the band and their music. “Eight Days a Week” reminds Reeya Read More
Send us a textKevin Waugaman is the founder of Momentors, LLC—a business and life coaching firm that helps professionals unlock growth, navigate change, and elevate their impact, drawing on his experience rising from “busboy to CEO.” Despite loving everything from Wu-Tang Clan to Green Day, “Forgiveness” by Matthew West broke Read More
Send us a textAt 16, Miki Hellerbach got his first job bussing tables at Clementine, a cozy BYOB restaurant in Baltimore. He was the youngest on staff, but the older servers took him under their wing and made him feel like part of the crew.One night, Auto Pilot by Queens Read More
Send us a textShe left Disneyland with a one-way ticket and a gut feeling. A homeless man's subway advice sent Salisha to New York City, where a Broadway show, a backstage invite, and a soulful duet would change everything. The song You're All I Need to Get By became the Read More
Send us a textWhen a dream of pro baseball fizzled, Darryl found himself staring at a blank wall in his college dorm—until Curtis Mayfield’s “Give Me Your Love” filled the silence. That one track set a new course, reshaping his identity and fueling a passion for music that’s taken him Read More
Text Brian & Shawna (Fan Mail)What if your deepest flaws aren't flaws at all, but simply fear responses in disguise? Emmy Award-winner Rhonda Britten takes us on a profound journey through the invisible ways fear controls our daily lives.After witnessing her father murder her mother and commit suicide right before Read More
Text Brian & Shawna (Fan Mail)Have you ever wondered what it would take to completely reinvent yourself after losing everything? Richard Walsh, CEO of Sharpen the Spear Coaching, takes us on a breathtaking journey from United States Marine to champion boxer to successful entrepreneur who built—and then lost—a thriving business Read More
Text Brian & Shawna (Fan Mail)What would drive a young teacher to contemplate ending his life? Scott Maderer's raw confession opens our conversation with shocking honesty—crushed by $50,000 of debt on a $40,000 salary, he believed his family would be better off with his life insurance money than with him Read More
Send us a textIn this episode of Memories with a Beat, Katrina Mendez reflects on how the hymn Amazing Grace became a meaningful part of her life—from learning it in Catholic school to performing it at family memorials and auditions. She talks about her musical upbringing, her connection to her Read More
Text Brian & Shawna (Fan Mail)Sharon Collins never intended to become an artist or author. Yet her remarkable journey from sketching on cocktail napkins to publishing devotional books with accompanying paintings reveals how God works through our most unexpected talents to address our deepest struggles.The New Horizons podcast welcomes Sharon Read More
Send a textWe're recapping our night at Pesca by Michael’s in Vilano Beach — a stylish rooftop hideaway with cozy blankets, moody lighting, and standout Brussels sprouts (yes, really!).But the real spotlight belongs to Vegas Gray — a powerhouse trio made up of a father, daughter, and her boyfriend. Their Read More
Text Brian & Shawna (Fan Mail)BobbyGQ steps into The Studio to share a profound journey of healing from childhood trauma. With remarkable courage, he reveals how suppressed memories of sexual abuse affected his entire life without his conscious awareness, creating a pattern of reactivity, anxiety, and instability that left him Read More
Send us a textI got to hang out with my friend Kaden Collins and chat about a song that really means a lot to him—Time Has Made a Change in Me by the Oak Ridge Boys. His love for the Oaks runs deep and this song took on a whole Read More
Text Brian & Shawna (Fan Mail)What experiences have you had that you later realized were deeper wounds? What happens when the pain that shapes your life remains invisible to you? John Jarman's story offers a powerful glimpse into the journey of recognizing and healing from "unknown pain"—trauma so deeply embedded Read More
Send us a textA last-minute invite. Four hours of sleep. A road trip to Daytona Beach during Bike Week. Tiffany and Anna Marie barely knew each other—but a shared love for live music led them to an unforgettable night with the band SIRSY. From valet parking mishaps to misty oceanside Read More
