Best Ian Cron Podcasts (2025)

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313: You Have an Addiction and What to Do About It (with Ian Cron) 38:39

1d ago38:39

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I am so excited to be sharing my incredibly insightful conversation with author Ian Morgan Cron with all of you! Ian Morgan Cron is the author of The Fix: How the Twelve Steps Offer a Surprising Path of Transformation for the Well-Adjusted, the Down-and-Out, and Everyone in Between! Listen in as he discusses the book and vulnerably shares his own p…

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#362: Can I Get Free and Stay Free? With Ian Morgan Cron 45:15

6d ago45:15

45:15

We’re all just trying to get through life in this messed-up world, and whether we realize it or not, we all go looking for a “fix” to help us cope with the pain, uncertainties, or difficulties we face. Sometimes those fixes seem harmless, and other times, they spiral into habits we can’t break. So, today on the 4:13, best-selling author, psychother…

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Ingrid Jansen on Decluttering with Purpose: Reset Your Home & Mind 42:17

9h ago42:17

42:17

Professional organizer Ingrid Jansen, co-author of Reset Your Home, explains why clutter is more about emotions than “stuff,” why decluttering is a process (not a project), and how to start small—think kitchens, cupboards, and daily resets—to build your “decluttering muscle” over time. In this conversation, we discuss: Process over project: Declutt…

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The Importance of Friendship with Kristen Strong 27:16

23h ago27:16

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When we're little, friendships are built around being in the same place together, whether through school, church, or family gatherings. However, as we get older, friendships become increasingly more important and, sometimes, harder to build. Friendships, and the community built around them, are a cornerstone of both our Christian faith, well-being,…

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CNLP 747 | Revival Series Pt. 3 | Revival Broke Out at Saddleback: Andy Wood and Luke LeFevre on How Far the Church In America Has Fallen and the Way Back 1:44:46

1d ago1:44:46

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In Part 3 of our Revival series, Andy Wood (Lead Pastor of Saddleback Church) and Luke LeFevre (A Gen Z preacher who works with the Gather movement) discuss a prophetic word Luke received about an outpouring of the Spirit at Saddleback church. They discuss the prophetic word, what actually happened, how God is moving at Saddleback, and the implicat…

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Bill McGowan on How to Speak Memorably and Communicate with Clarity & Confidence 38:59

3d ago38:59

38:59

Bill McGowan, author of Speak Memorably: The Art of Captivating an Audience, shares practical ways to make your ideas stick—on stage, on Zoom, and in any high-stakes moment. We get into dynamic delivery, smarter structure, and memorable language devices you can use immediately. In this conversation, we discuss: Dial it up (a bit): Why what feels “o…

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Episode 1261: Tony Hale 1:05:43

5d ago1:05:43

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Today we're joined by actor Tony Hale! You know him from Veep, Arrested Development and a million other iconic roles—but now, he’s taking on something a little different. He stars in Sketch, a new film that dives into the power of creativity, healing and facing your fears. Plus, we have the week's RELEVANT Buzz, including Forrest Frank's crazy last…

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CNLP 746 | Revival Series Pt. 2 | Preparing and Preaching For Revival: Jon Tyson on the History, Dynamics and Prep You Need to Be Ready for Revival 1:14:40

7d ago1:14:40

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In Part 2 of our Revival series, Jon Tyson does a deep dive on the history of revival, including a detailed account of what happened/is happening in the Hebrides and in NYC. Jon explores how to prepare and preach for revival, how to be sensitive to its dynamics, and what to do to get ready personally and organizationally. 🔗 Show Notes 📩 On The Rise…

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From VeggieTales to the Enneagram: Mike Nawrocki on Peace, Presence, and Purpose 57:25

6d ago57:25

57:25

What happens when a peace-seeking Enneagram Nine becomes the voice of one of the most beloved animated characters in children’s television? Find out as we dive into the world of the Enneagram with special guest Mike Nawrocki, co-creator of VeggieTales and the voice of Larry the Cucumber. In this engaging conversation, we explore the unique traits o…

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The Art of Deep Listening: Learn to Listen on a Level You Didn't Know Was Possible with Cheryl Scanlan, MCC (Encore Episode) 58:21

6d ago58:21

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Today’s encore episode is a masterclass in deep listening from executive coach, Cheryl Scanlan, a master certified coach and founder of Promised Land Living. Cheryl has trained more than 3,000 coaches and has 15,000 hours of coaching experience. Her ability to hear the hearts of her clients is unparalleled and consistently leads to dramatic growth …

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Your Project 21:47

7d ago21:47

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James Bryan Smith’s thought from above this week is “pay attention to your project.” In this episode, James addresses some big questions about the project of our life and why it’s so important we understand what a spiritually fulfilling life looks like. Interested in donating to the Things Above Podcast? Donate here! Learn more about the Christian …

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Paul Kirby on Productivity with Purpose: The FUSE Pathway 44:43

7d ago44:43

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In this episode, Paul Kirby, author of The FUSE Pathway: How to Find and Lead a Fulfilling Life, shares how to identify your core passions, combine them into a unique vision, and build a realistic, evolving plan to pursue them. Drawing from his own experience of designing a robot that paints, Paul explains the FUSE framework—Find, Upgrade, Start, E…

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A Place to Belong with Amber O'Neal Johnston 27:43

8d ago27:43

27:43

Amber O'Neal Johnston is the creator of Soul School, author, friend, and inspiration, and we are so excited to have her on the podcast. She quit a successful job in the corporate world, and with her husband and four children, embarked on a Charlotte Mason Education. However, early on, she took ownership of it to find and curate beautiful living boo…

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312: A true story of brokenness, redemption, and the power of a biker’s prayer with Angie Howell 37:23

8d ago37:23

37:23

Angie Howell is the author of the recently released book Jewel of Heaven: A Beautiful Story of Brokenness, Redemption, and the Power of a Biker’s Prayer, and I am so happy to welcome her to the studio for this episode! She joins me to share her inspiring story about what can happen when your world unravels in a way that you never saw coming and God…

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CNLP 745 | Revival Series Pt. 1 | Inside the Asbury Outpouring: Zach Meerkreebs on the Sermon that Sparked Revival, Miracles, and Gen Z's Spiritual Awakening 1:30:00

8d ago1:30:00

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In our Revival Series opener, Zach Meerkreeb shares the backstory of the Asbury Outpouring sparked by his sermon, which didn't go particularly well. He explores Gen Z's unique spiritual awakening, the power of humility and confession, and offers guidance for church leaders who want to see revival in their churches. 🔗 Show Notes 📩 On The Rise Newsle…

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Zorana Pringle on Creativity as a Choice: From Ideas to Action 37:58

11d ago37:58

37:58

Dr. Zorana Ivcevic Pringle is a leading researcher in creativity psychology and author of The Creativity Choice: The Science of Making Decisions to Turn Ideas into Action. In this episode, she unpacks how creativity isn’t just a moment of inspiration—it’s a series of choices. Whether you think you’re creative or not, Zorana shares how motivation, a…

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Episode 1260: Strings and Heart 1:05:11

12d ago1:05:11

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Our guests today are Strings & Heart, a Christian indie rock group that's exploding right now. Plus, we have the week's RELEVANT Buzz, including new analysis on the state of modern worship (specifically who's writing all the songs), some news out of Washington about the role of faith in federal workplaces, and boxer Manny Pacquiao's surprising plan…

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Understanding Enneagram Twos: Desire, Boundaries, and Connection with Emily Zeller, LMFT 54:12

13d ago54:12

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What happens when your deep longing to love and be loved gets tangled up with your need to be needed? In this week’s episode of Typology, Anthony and I sit down with the wonderful Emily Zeller—a licensed marriage and family therapist, certified Enneagram practitioner, and a one-to-one Enneagram Two. Emily brings such honesty and heart as we talk ab…

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#361: Can I Really Know the Holy Spirit? With Margaret Feinberg 34:49

13d ago34:49

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Lots of believers have questions about the Holy Spirit—like who is He? And should I “feel” Him? Does the Holy Spirit show up today like He did in the Bible? And why do other believers seem to have a connection with the Holy Spirit, and I don't? Well, if you’ve ever wondered these things, you’re not alone—and you’re in the right place. Today on the …

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Managing Money on the Mission Field Without Losing It with Vonna Laue 40:47

13d ago40:47

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Do finances feel overwhelming, confusing, or just plain exhausting? Wondering how to run a budget, set up a nonprofit, or stay financially accountable, without a finance degree? We’ve got you covered. In this episode, financial expert and missions CFO Vonna Laue joins us to share down-to-earth wisdom on how missionaries can manage money well, witho…

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Raising Children Who are Best Friends with Emelie Pepito 30:41

15d ago30:41

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Do you want to know how to raise children who are best friends? Do you wonder if it's possible to over protect your child? Do you wonder if you are raising an ill-equipped child by over-protecting them? Are you curious about morning time? Are you wanting to improve your morning time? These are the question that Jennifer and Emelie answer in episode…

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311: Changing My Mindset with Food 42:17

15d ago42:17

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Today’s topic is a really vulnerable and honest one and I've been sort of hesitant to cover it. But while putting yourself out there like this is a little scary, it's been impacting my life so much that I wanted to share in hopes it might help and encourage someone else. In this episode, Jesse and I sit down and talk about my journey of changing my…

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CNLP 744 | This One Thing Separates Ministry Survivors from Ministry Casualties: Ray Johnston's Secret to Lasting Decades In Ministry 1:48:54

16d ago1:48:54

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Ray Johnston, senior pastor of Bayside Church in Sacramento, CA, reflects on decades of ministry and how to stay encouraged in ministry even when you feel done, why cynicism is incurable, how to finish well, and how to park your ego so you can raise up a team of all-stars. This episode is a 90-minute breakdown of what a long obedience in the same d…

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Jeffrey & Jamie Downs on The Power of Streaks to Build Daily Habits That Stick (Shortcast) 9:55

16d ago9:55

9:55

In this shortcast edition of Beyond the To-Do List, Jeffrey and Jamie Downs, creators of the Streaking method and authors behind streakingmastery.com explore how laughably simple daily habits can help you build momentum, boost confidence, and turn goals into long-term identity shifts. Why Simplicity Wins: Simple actions are doable even on your hard…

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Episode 1259: Circuit Rider Music 1:05:47

19d ago1:05:47

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Our guests today are Lindy Cofer and Eniola Abioye from Circuit Rider Music, the worship movement based in Huntington Beach, California. We talk about how Gen Z's hunger for God is shaping their mission and ministry. Plus, in RELEVANT Buzz we cover Brandon Lake's response to the criticism he's been receiving (from Christians) about collaborating wi…

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A Change of Habit: Sister Monica Clare's Journey from Advertising to Nunhood 46:43

20d ago46:43

46:43

Welcome to this enlightening episode of Typology! Join us as we explore the life and journey of Sister Monica Clare, an Enneagram 6 and author of the memoir A Change of Habit: Leaving Behind My Husband, Career, and Everything I Owned to Become a Nun. In this episode, we explore: Sister Monica's experiences growing up in a chaotic environment and ho…

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#360: Can I Get Over Feeling Awkward About Sharing My Faith? With Dr. Derwin Gray 41:33

21d ago41:33

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Everyone longs for love—especially God’s love—even if they don’t realize it yet. So, why is it so hard to tell others about the love of God? For many of us, sharing the gospel can be intimidating! We often feel inadequate, afraid, or just unsure of what to say. But today, we’re facing those fears head-on! Dr. Derwin Gray joins us on the 4:13 and te…

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The 5 Stages of the Missionary Life Cycle with Jonathan & Elizabeth Trotter (Encore Episode) 49:25

21d ago49:25

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What makes a strong family culture on the mission field? How do you keep your values intact when everything around you is shifting? And is it possible to raise emotionally healthy kids overseas—without losing yourself in the process? In this episode, Jonathan and Elizabeth Trotter spill the tea about the joys and challenges of parenting abroad. Fro…

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Marriage, Marriage, Marriage with Ann Wilson 33:39

22d ago33:39

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Ann Wilson is the host of the "Family Life" Podcast alongside her husband Dave. She is also the author of the new book How to Speak Life to Your Husband: When All You Want to Do is Yell at Him. This is an incredible podcast that strikes deep at some of the chronic negativity, condoned emasculation, and fault finding that so many women feel perfectl…

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310: Making Wise Decisions in Uncertain Times (with Katie Reid) 41:55

22d ago41:55

41:55

I am really excited about this interview with returning guest Katie Reid, author of the new Bible study God, What Do I Do? which explores the book of Judges and the story of the prophet Deborah. Katie shares how she felt called by God to write this study, even though it took years to come to fruition, and she explains how Deborah's story has person…

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CNLP 743 | Stuck Under a Bad Boss? Bree Groff on How to Thrive, Lead Up, and Transform Your Job 1:08:54

23d ago1:08:54

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One question church leaders keep asking is "what do I do about my boss/lead pastor? Enter Bree Groff, workplace expert who explains what to do when you have a bad boss, don't love your job, and the future of work. Plus, Bree talks about how to become a better boss and what kind of jobs are going to make the cut during the coming AI revolution. 🔗 Sh…

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Episode 1258: Sons of Sunday 1:08:49

26d ago1:08:49

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Today we're joined by Pat Barrett and Chris Brown from the new worship supergroup Sons of Sunday! They tell us how the unexpected project came together (and how Pat thought it was going to be a metal group). Plus, Emily is back from her Cowboy Carter trip and brings the week's RELEVANT Buzz — covering everything from the divided Superman reactions,…

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CNLP 742 | 2025 Church Trends UPDATE: The Gen Z Revival is Real (New Data) + The Mental Health Crisis is Shifting To A Whole New Front 26:12

28d ago26:12

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Major update to Carey's 2025 church trends with stunning new data. Gen Z church attendance has quadrupled (4% to 16%), with young men leading at 21%. US data shows similar revival patterns. Meanwhile, AI therapy/companionship has become the #1 use for ChatGPT, potentially worsening the mental health crisis. In this episode, Carey shares updates on …

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#359: What Whitney Capps and Point of Grace Have To Say About It 33:28

28d ago33:28

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I cannot wait for you to hear this today! Whitney Capps and the incredible ladies of Point of Grace joined me at a Fresh Grounded Faith event in Springfield, Missouri, and let me tell you, there was something extra special about this day. Maybe it was because Whitney brought such raw honesty while in the middle of cancer treatments. Or maybe it was…

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James Kimmel on Revenge Addiction: Breaking Free and Regaining Control 42:13

28d ago42:13

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James Kimmel, author of The Science of Revenge, joins the show to unpack one of the most overlooked forms of distraction and emotional hijacking: revenge. Drawing from neuroscience, psychology, and decades of legal and public health research, James reveals how revenge isn’t just an emotional reaction—it’s an addictive cycle that can derail our focu…

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Desire, Longing and the Enneagram, feat. Tracey Gee 43:38

28d ago43:38

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In this episode of Typology, we welcome Tracey Gee, an Enneagram 3w2 and author of the new book, The Magic of Knowing What You Want: A Practical Guide to Unearthing the Wisdom of Your Desires. Tracey shares her journey of discovering the Enneagram in her late 20s while navigating the challenges of vocational ministry and familial expectations. She …

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Live By The Spirit 18:33

28d ago18:33

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James Bryan Smith’s thought for this week is, “Live By The Spirit.” In this episode, James quotes several passages from C.S. Lewis’s book Mere Christianity to help explain his thought. Interested in donating to the Things Above Podcast? Donate here! Learn more about the Christian Spiritual Formation degree Scholarship at Friends University! Related…

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Struggling Spiritually? Attachment Theory Might Explain Why With Geoff & Cyd Holsclaw 48:26

29d ago48:26

48:26

Have you ever felt like you were doing all the right things spiritually—reading, praying, serving—but still felt disconnected from God? In this powerful and eye-opening episode, Geoff & Cyd Holsclaw—pastors, authors, and spiritual formation experts—walk us through the Landscapes of the Soul, a transformative framework rooted in attachment theory th…

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Turn Down the Noise with Sarah Boyd 27:48

29d ago27:48

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Sarah Boyd's book "Turn Down the Noise" addresses the neural breakdown that happens when we are overwhelmed, distracted, and depleting our pre-frontal cortex. It is an incredible conversation between Jennifer and Sarah about the limitations of our brain, the costs of devices on parents and children, the importance of rest, and 5 principles to rever…

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309: Your Waiting Isn’t Wasted with DawnChere Wilkerson 36:39

29d ago36:39

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I have truly been looking forward to this conversation with Dawnchere Wilkerson! Author of the book Slow Burn: The Work and Wonder of the Wait, I was so deeply inspired after reading it that I knew that I had to have her on the show. Her story of waiting through eight years of infertility and the profound transformation that took place in her heart…

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