Best Gaithersburg Podcasts (2025)

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Darby in Gaithersburg & The Bowling Date Blunder 2:03

7d ago2:03

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Darby in Gaithersburg called in with a dating story that had us cringing and cracking up! Imagine showing up for a fun night of bowling... only to realize someone forgot to bring money. 😬 Was it a simple mistake or a sneaky test?By 97.1 WASH-FM (WASH-FM)

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Keep Pursuing Christ

2d ago

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From the Philippians series - In response to Christ’s pursuit of us, and knowing who we are in Him, we must keep pursuing Him until we see Him face to face.By Todd Keeler

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Bonnie from Gainesville and the Creepy Artist 1:51

5d ago1:51

1:51

Creepy! Bonnie from Gainesville had a first date with an artist who wanted her to check out his art in his van! He's creepy. Crude. Made one artistic first impression!By 97.1 WASH-FM (WASH-FM)

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The Surpassing Worth of Knowing Christ

9d ago

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From the Philippians series - Paul once trusted in his religious accomplishments. When he met Jesus, he came to understand that nothing compares to knowing the Lord. That caused a complete reevaluation of his life.By Robin Boisvert

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New Healthy Rhythms 38:35

9d ago38:35

38:35

Week 4 in a series: All Things New Speaker: Mark Tindle

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#4 It’s Hard to Obey

10d ago

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Obedience reveals the posture of the heart. Though hard at times, it leads to blessing—and God provides the power to walk in it.By Pastor Dale O'Shields

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Emily in Reston and The Purity Police 2:43

14d ago2:43

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Emily in Reston thought she met a sweet guy from her church’s childcare center. Harmless, right? Nope. One dinner in, and he storms out—offended that a single mom doesn’t meet his “purity standards.”By 97.1 WASH-FM (WASH-FM)

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No Future in the Past

16d ago

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From the Philippians series - Our past and current efforts in the Christian life are not the basis of our relationship with God; it is Christ alone.By Kevin Rogers

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#3 My Faith Is Challenged

17d ago

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Faith challenges stretch us beyond what we would choose on our own, calling us to deeper commitment and fuller engagement.By Pastor Dale O'Shields

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Tony in Silver Spring and the Bar Fight 2:46

19d ago2:46

2:46

Tony in Silver Spring shares how his night went from flirty to fleeing when a fight broke out mid-date 😳👊By 97.1 WASH-FM (WASH-FM)

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Rayna in Waldorf and the Stinky Date 2:32

21d ago2:32

2:32

Rayna in Waldorf went on a date with a guy who made a huge stink about his medical condition.By 97.1 WASH-FM (WASH-FM)

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A Mother’s Legacy of Faith

23d ago

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From the series - The legacies of Christian mothers, both mothers by nature and in the church, are founded on sincere faith in the love of God for them. Through making use of God’s gifts, relying on God’s Spirit, and teaching God’s word, mothers make a lasting impact on their children that lives on into the future.…

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What If I Don't Have Enough?

23d ago

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When you feel like you’re running on empty, God’s grace reminds you that His supply is greater than your lack—and He will meet you as you trust, follow, and wait on Him.By Cristi Rivera

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Finding Hope in Rest 36:01

23d ago36:01

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Week 3 in a series: All Things New Speaker: Jon Shumway

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What If More Is Asked of Me?

24d ago

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You were created to give—and when more is asked of you, God meets you with grace, strength, and exactly what you need to keep going.By Jessica McAuliff

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Anja in Silver Spring and the Vanishing Act 2:25

26d ago2:25

2:25

Anya from Silver Spring thought she was in for a low-key first date at the movies—until her date disappeared halfway through the film. No goodbye. No text. Just gone. When he finally reached out, the excuse he gave was so bizarre, we had to hear it twice. Was it legit… or the most creative ghosting ever? 🎬…

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Caroline in D.C. and the Over Planner 2:47

28d ago2:47

2:47

Caroline from DC shares how her sweet (but seriously over-prepared) date packed way too much into one day—from brunch to a museum to a scenic hike and beyond. She was exhausted, he missed all the hints. Listen to find out if there was a second date!By 97.1 WASH-FM (WASH-FM)

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Epaphroditus

30d ago

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From the Philippians series - We can trust God in our distress. Even when we don’t understand what’s happening, we know he’s in control and has promised to work all things for our good.By Robin Boisvert

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Hope Against the Odds 34:02

1M ago34:02

34:02

Week 2 in a series: All Things New Speaker: Mark Tindle

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#2 My Prayers Aren’t Answered

1M ago

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Sometimes we pray the right prayer, but the answer is delayed—not because it’s wrong, but because God has a due season for everything in our lives.By Pastor Dale O'Shields

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Maria in Crofton and the guy who swooped in to help 2:32

1M ago2:32

2:32

Maria’s in Crofton’s date went south fast when he got sick in her car 🤮 but wait till you hear who came to the rescue!By 97.1 WASH-FM (WASH-FM)

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Karen in Fredericksburg and the First Date Flight 2:27

1M ago2:27

2:27

Karen in Fredericksburg flew to another state for a first date... but the story took a wild turn she never saw coming ✈️❤️. Let’s just say she didn’t come home alone.By 97.1 WASH-FM (WASH-FM)

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Travel Plans

1M ago

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From the Philippians series - Caring relationships build unity in the church that advances the gospel and glorifies the Lord.By Robin Boisvert

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Conflict 35:56

1M ago35:56

35:56

Week 1 in a series: All Things New Speaker: Mark Tindle

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#1 Life Gets Hard

1M ago

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At just the right time, when everything was aligned according to His will, God intervened and miraculously delivered the people from slavery.By Pastor Dale O'Shields

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Katie in Alexandria and the Dating Contract 2:12

1M ago2:12

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Katie thought she was heading out for a normal night—dinner, conversation, maybe a spark. But her date had other plans... including a contract and a wildly unexpected comment about her body.By 97.1 WASH-FM (WASH-FM)

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Gina in Odenton and the Skinny-Dipping Clothes Stealer! 2:17

1M ago2:17

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Gina from Odenton thought a late-night skinny dip sounded romantic... until her date’s clothes were stolen and things went downhill fast. 😳💦 Would YOU stick around or run for cover? This one’s unforgettable.By 97.1 WASH-FM (WASH-FM)

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In My Place He Rose

1M ago

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From the In My Place... series - The resurrection is not just something we remember. It is something we are meant to experience. To experience the fullness of the resurrection, we need to know that we are united with Christ, freed from sin, and alive to God.By Kevin Rogers

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Jesus, The Miracle We All Need 30:33

1M ago30:33

30:33

Easter Sunday, 2025 Speaker: Mark Tindle

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Trinidad in Arlington and the Lost Name 2:27

2M ago2:27

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Trinidad in Arlington went on a first date with someone also named after a famous boxer. What a cooincidence! She still forgot his name though and it got weird. Listen to this Crazy First Date story to hear if it ended in love or he said "see ya"By 97.1 WASH-FM (WASH-FM)

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In My Place He Died

2M ago

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From the In My Place... series - Our greatest problem has been solved by the power and wisdom of the penal substitutionary death of Christ and the result is our unspeakable joy.By Robin Boisvert

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#2 The Resurrection and the Life

2M ago

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Jesus declared, “I am the resurrection and the life”—because death doesn’t intimidate Him. He is the life-giver, and He wants you to hold tightly to His promises, no matter what challenges you're facing.By Pastor Dale O'Shields

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Michelle in Bethesda and the Leftovers and Letdowns 2:46

2M ago2:46

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She got set up by her boss and it go weird when he said he was relieved she wasn’t a “leftover”. Listen to this Crazy First Date to find out if it ended in love a or quick exit!By 97.1 WASH-FM (WASH-FM)

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Donna in Nokesville and the Free Date 2:30

2M ago2:30

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Donna from Nokesville shares her unforgettable first date experience where he got the entire date comped. Was it a deal breaker or love at first sight? Listen to this Crazy First Date story to find out!By 97.1 WASH-FM (WASH-FM)

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In My Place He Lived

2M ago

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From the In My Place... series - In His life, Christ stands as our High Priest—favored by God, sympathetic toward us, and an effective advocate on our behalf.By Kevin Rogers

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Love Your Neighbor 34:35

2M ago34:35

34:35

Week 6 in a series: Jesus Unfiltered Speaker: Wesley Bolden

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#1 The Good Shepherd

2M ago

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Jesus, the Good Shepherd, died for our sins and rose again. Death couldn’t hold Him—He’s alive, and still our Shepherd today.By Pastor Dale O'Shields

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Chrissy in Hagerstown Had Her Date Stolen—Right in Front of Her!" 3:13

2M ago3:13

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Chrissy in Hagerstown went on a first date that got crazy when his ex walked up and stole him right back!By 97.1 WASH-FM (WASH-FM)

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Tita in Woodbridge and the one time with a catfish she met on the Facebook Dating App! 2:18

2M ago2:18

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By 97.1 WASH-FM (WASH-FM)

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Work Out What God Put In

2M ago

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From the Philippians series - To shine as lights in this crooked generation, Christians work out God’s salvation and stand out as God’s children.By Kevin Rogers

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When Jesus Flips the Head Table 35:06

2M ago35:06

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Week 5 in a series: Jesus Unfiltered Speaker: Mark Tindle

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#13 Be Generous

2M ago

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Generous givers believe that God cares for them better than they ever could for themselves, seeing their lives not as reservoirs to store up blessings, but as streams through which those blessings can flow to others.By Pastor Dale O'Shields

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Adam in Bethesda and the Seafood Spectacle 2:21

2M ago2:21

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Adam from Bethesda shares his unforgettable night at a seafood restaurant where his date turned the evening into an unexpected performance—complete with costumes and spontaneous dancing. Was it a quirky red flag or just a seafood-fueled good time? Tap to hear all the wild details!By 97.1 WASH-FM (WASH-FM)

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Lane in Hughesville and the “Geek” 2:31

2M ago2:31

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Lane in Hughesville judged a book by its cover and then ended up with a husband. Find out how a bad first date turned into marriage!By 97.1 WASH-FM (WASH-FM)

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The Humility and Exaltation of Jesus

2M ago

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From the Philippians series - Jesus is the supreme model of selflessness. Because of this, the Father has given him the name above all names. We are called to follow his example of humility and worship him for his greatness.By Jose Troche

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No Filter: The Real Jesus 34:56

2M ago34:56

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Week 4 in a series: Jesus Unfiltered Speaker: Mark Tindle

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#12 Be Content

2M ago

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Because contentment is learned over time and is the result of effort and investment, it is something that is expected to be a part of our spiritual development and maturity.By Pastor Dale O'Shields

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Leslie in Herndon and the Jail Call 2:32

3M ago2:32

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Leslie in Herndon thought she had a perfectly decent first date—until they parted ways and he found himself in jail. Why was he arrested and did Leslie come to bail him out? Find out if there was ever a second date after this disastrous detour.By 97.1 WASH-FM (WASH-FM)

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Bria in D.C. and the Ex-Husband Deep Dive 2:34

3M ago2:34

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"🚨🚩 When a gym crush turns into a full-blown cyber detective! This week on Crazy First Dates, she thought she was meeting a nice guy from her gym—until he started deep-diving into her ex-husband’s online life. 🚨 Stalker vibes? You decide. Listen now!By 97.1 WASH-FM (WASH-FM)