Tuesday, April 1, 2025

Episode 184: Phillip Jarrell

 

           ​ Phillip Jarrell cowrote one of the top pop songs of the late 70s, "Torn Between Two Lovers," alongside Peter Yarrow of the trio Peter, Paul & Mary. Phillip sat down with me to talk about working with Peter and other great music artists of his time, the cultural shift reflected in "Torn Between Two Lovers," and his recent spiritual and musical journey.

            Please enjoy the 184th episode of Lament of Hope highlighting Phillip Jarrell. Phillip, thank you for taking the time to share parts of your life story with me. It was a gift to connect with you. 

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Friday, March 28, 2025

Episode 183: Christina Perri

 

           ​ Christina Perri's song, "A Thousand Years," has been a hit romance melody for as long as I can remember. Christina has become a mother of two beautiful daughters over the years, and she now knows the deep and lasting love of being a mom. Christina sat down with me to talk about her experience of motherhood thus far and her upcoming children's book, "A Thousand Years," which comes out April 1st. It is a book that expresses a mother's love and gives a new dimension to the song. 

            Please enjoy the 183rd episode of Lament of Hope highlighting Christina Perri. Christina, thank you for sharing your story of motherhood with my audience and me. You were honest and vulnerable. Your story encouraged me that motherhood is worth the hard. 

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Tuesday, March 25, 2025

Episode 182: Allison Eide


            Allison Eide is a rising voice in the young adult Christian community as she shares her mental health struggles and victories through music. Allison talked to me about her journey with anxiety and OCD as well as the power of the gospel in her life. Her first album, "Love Who I Am," comes out this Saturday, March 29th!! Check out her website linked above for upcoming tour dates!

            Please enjoy the 182nd episode of Lament of Hope highlighting Allison Eide. Allison, it was such a gift to connect and hear a part of your story. I cannot wait to see you in concert in May!!

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Friday, March 21, 2025

Episode 181: Brian Cox

 

Actor

            Brian Cox has starred in several Shakespearean and other stage productions with the Royal National Theatre and the Royal Shakespeare Company. Additionally, he has been in several films as well as the HBO series Succession.  We talked about his acting career, his growing up years, and what he values in life.

            Please enjoy the 181st episode of Lament of Hope highlighting Brian Cox. Brian, thank you for taking the time to talk with me. It was a gift to hear a part of your life story and your passion for acting.  

          Want to listen to the audio version of this interview? Click here to check out my podcast format and give it a listen.