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Welcome to "The Newsmakers Podcast," a show where we go behind the headlines each day to bring you interviews with pastors, entertainers, politicians, and other notable figures. Based on the "Newsmakers" show on the CBN News Channel, this daily podcast featuring CBN's Billy Hallowell provides full interviews with one newsworthy person every weekday.
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- 2 weeks ago6 min
Mel Gibson Drops New Details on 'The Resurrection of the Christ'
Mel Gibson is once again sharing new details about "The Resurrection of the Christ." Speaking at FanExpo Toronto, Gibson said he believes people who love the Bible will enjoy the two-film series. “I don’t think it’s what anyone expects, but it doesn’t deviate from the truth and the essence of the story. It’s just an imagining of it,” the actor and director said. Billy Hallowell and Raj Nair break down the story.
- 4 weeks ago7 min
Chris Pratt's Son Asks Mom Anna Faris to Accept Christ
Actress Anna Faris recently revealed that she and her 14-year-old son Jack have different religious views and that her son recently asked her to accept Jesus Christ. Here’s what she said in a recent podcast interview: “I told him that I would do anything for him, including this, but it’s going to take a whole lot of long conversations." It's a fascinating story that involves her former husband actor Chris Pratt as well. Billy Hallowell and Raj Nair break down the details.
- Aug 13, 202621 min
Christian Politician Found GUILTY for Biblical Views Speaks Out
Päivi Räsänen, a member of Finland's parliament, has been found guilty of "hate speech" after being criminally convicted by the Supreme Court of Finland. While she was cleared on some charges, Räsänen was found guilty over a pamphlet she wrote in 2004. Hear her shocked reaction to the conclusion of the case — and what could come next.
- Aug 13, 202621 min
'God Spoke': Miracles that Stunned Ray Comfort, Offered Powerful Biblical Evidence
Evangelist Ray Comfort believes in miracles and has personally experienced God's hand at work, revealing the amazing ways the Lord has shown Himself. "I've seen things that happen that I would consider supernatural," he said. "Like when we were invited to base our ministry in the U.S. over a three-day period, 13 strange things happened that I had to say, 'This is God's hand directing me.'" The Living Waters ministry leader said these occurrences might not have been considered miracles by most people but that they blew him away. "I said to a guy, 'I think we're gonna go and live in the US. I'm gonna sell my house,'" Comfort said. "He says, 'I'll buy it.' And he bought it on the spot. It's just amazing." He also recalled telling his father-in-law that he planned to go live in the US and that he responded with a message that truly stunned Comfort. "He said, 'Three days ago, God spoke to my heart and said, you're gonna go and live in the US,'" he said. "My mom, who was Jewish, very lukewarm, not even lukewarm, beneath lukewarm, told me after she went berserk at me, three days earlier, God had spoken to her heart that we're going to move to the US." And that's not all. Around the same time, Comfort also experienced a balloon coming into his backyard that had an American flag on it. "It was just strange," he said. "This was way down and under in New Zealand. So I believe in the miraculous." Comfort said he's not particularly concerned, though, when God doesn't do what we want on our timetable, noting the Lord isn't a "divine butler" who must respond to our whims. Ultimately, he said people must trust God, even when it doesn't make sense. While much of the focus in life is on grand miracles, Comfort reminded Christians that Christ's death, resurrection — and decision to save humanity is the greatest miracle of all. "[God] transformed me from someone who was drinking iniquity like water, loving darkness, hating the light, eyes full of adultery like every other red-blooded guy," Comfort said. "He transformed me and caused me to love righteousness to a point where it consumed me for the last 50-something years to do God's will." Watch to see Comfort discuss salvation and the miraculous.
- Aug 11, 202622 min
Ex-Ghost Hunter Escapes Occult, Embraces Bible
What do Americans really believe about miracles? How does someone escape the occult and find Jesus? And why has Lev Bure, the son of actress Candace Cameron Bure, dedicated his life to preaching the Gospel? On this episode of Newsmakers, Billy Hallowell sits down with three compelling guests to explore faith, transformation, and the supernatural. This week's guests: Dr. John Plake (American Bible Society) on new research revealing what Americans believe about miracles. Kristina Costanza, a former ghost hunter, shares her remarkable journey out of the occult and into a relationship with Christ. Lev Bure discusses his calling to ministry, his faith, and what it means to follow Jesus. Also, don't miss CBN's new documentary, "Investigating the Supernatural: Angels and Demons," exploring evidence for angels, demons, spiritual warfare, and other supernatural phenomena through a biblical lens.
- Jul 27, 202622 min
Ex-Porn Star's Radical Transformation (Plus: Actor Chris Klein Joins the Show)
Former porn star Joshua Broome reveals how Jesus completely transformed his life and why he's now helping others break free from pornography and sexual brokenness. Then, actor Chris Klein opens up about faith, Hollywood, and the message behind his new film Bad Counselors. Finally, Verity Collective co-founder Naomi Anderson shares why she believes a powerful spiritual awakening is taking place among Generation Z on college campuses across America. In this episode of Newsmakers, Billy Hallowell sits down with these three compelling guests for conversations about redemption, faith, culture, and revival.
- Jul 21, 202622 min
Is This Undeniable Evidence for the Shroud of Turin?
On this week’s Newsmakers, we explore faith’s enduring power and the Shroud of Turin. Dr. Jeremiah J. Johnston reveals how he went from skeptic to believer on the Shroud of Turin and what new evidence points to its authenticity. Todd Nettleton from Voice of the Martyrs breaks down the global persecution crisis and why prayer is vital as the International Day of Prayer for the Persecuted Church approaches. And activist and author Alveda King joins to share her take on revival and the growing spiritual hunger she sees across America. Watch the weekly "Newsmakers" TV show each week on CBN News Watch the weekly "Newsmakers" TV show on CBN's YouTube channel Download the free CBN News App
- Jul 9, 202629 min
Actor Gary Sinise Reveals God-Given Mission That Motivates Him
Gary Sinise’s journey from actor to advocate is fueled by a deep love and respect for America’s troops and a strong Christian faith. From music tours to the Gary Sinise Foundation, he has impacted thousands and has given back to military heroes. His faith plays a central role in that mission. Hear Sinise discuss his passion for service, his faith and more. Watch the weekly "Newsmakers" TV show each week on CBN News Watch the weekly "Newsmakers" TV show on CBN's YouTube channel Download the free CBN News App
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Welcome to "The Newsmakers Podcast," a show where we go behind the headlines each day to bring you interviews with pastors, entertainers, politicians, and other notable figures. Based on the "Newsmakers" show on the CBN News Channel, this daily podcast featuring CBN's Billy Hallowell provides full interviews with one newsworthy person every weekday.
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