CIA: Contagious Influencers of America

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CIA: The Contagious Influencers of America Podcast. Meet the Gamechangers, the Influencers and those who are not afraid to show up with a shovel if that's what it takes to move a mountain. Go inside the minds of true American trailblazers who are making a difference by sharing their stories of personal triumph, overcoming obstacles, defeating fear, fighting addiction, and rejecting failure. Hosted by 9-time Emmy winner David Sams with TV personality Victoria Robinson and author, speaker and life coach to the stars, Tim Storey. Produced by Contagious Audio Networks.

  • 17 minutes 14 seconds
    # 237: for KING & COUNTRY's LUKE SMALLBONE shares about the new film UNSUNG HERO in theaters April 26

    “Your family, they aren’t in the way, they are the way.” The remarkable true story of the Smallbones is coming to theaters nationwide on April 26th. Luke Smallbone, a quadruple GRAMMY®-winning artist and one-half of the pop-duo “for King + Country,” sits down with nine-time Emmy winner David Sams to talk about the movie “Unsung Hero.” It follows the dad, David Smallbone (played by Luke’s brother and music partner, Joel) who moves his large family from the Down Under to America for a brighter future. Ultimately, it’s their mom’s faith and love that inspires the family to persevere. In the end, the children go on to become two of the most successful acts in Christian music history: for King + Country and Rebecca St. James. Hear what Luke has to say about being a producer on the film and what he hopes people will take away from the movie. Get your tickets now at UnsungHero.Movie.

    #UnsungHeroMovie #ForKingAndCountry #LukeSmallbone #JoelSmallbone #RebeccaStJames #KingdomStoryCompany #KeepTheFaith #DavidSams #ContagiousInfluencers

    22 April 2024, 11:36 pm
  • 51 minutes 11 seconds
    # 236: ALLEN JACKSON and his little country church is now impacting culture across the nation

    How can you live out your faith in everyday life? Pastor Allen Jackson is here to guide your path. And no, we're not talking about the country star either. He’s the senior pastor at World Outreach Church right outside Nashville, TN that has grown from just 30 people to now over 15 thousand under his decades of leadership. Nine-time Emmy winner David Sams sits down with Allen at the homestead to learn about his childhood, personal hardships, and his hope for the future. You can hear more from Allen by subscribing to his daily devotional called, “Today with Allen Jackson” or listening to The Allen Jackson Podcast. His Culture & Christianity Conference is happening April 26 & 27 and more information is available at Allen Jackson Ministries.

    #PastorAllenJackson #WorldOutreachChurch #CultureandChristianity #AllenJacksonMinistries #KeepTheFaith #DavidSams #ContagiousInfluencer

    11 April 2024, 3:01 pm
  • 37 minutes 25 seconds
    # 235: KAREN KINGSBURY & her son/director TYLER RUSSELL bring hope to the big screen with "Someone Like You"

    Sometimes the only mode of transportation to take you where you want to go is a leap of faith! You would think someone as successful as New York Times bestselling author, Karen Kingsbury, wouldn’t need to take risks anymore, but Karen and her family used their life savings to fulfill her dream of making her fan-favorite book, “Someone Like You,” into a movie on her terms! Nine-time Emmy winner David Sams sits down with Karen and her son, Tyler Russell, who happens to be the director of the film, to go behind the scenes. “Someone Like You” explores the healing power of forgiveness and the beauty of second chances. It’s in theaters April 2nd. You can get your tickets now at Someone Like You | In Theaters April 2

    #SomeoneLikeYouMovie #KarenKingsbury #NewMovie #IVF #IVFjourey #KeepTheFaith #ContagiousInfluencers #DavidSams

    25 March 2024, 8:06 pm
  • 58 minutes 54 seconds
    # 234: SCOTT BRICKELL, a music industry veteran, shares how to make it in the biz if you've got stars in your eyes

    He’s worked with some of the biggest names in the Christian music industry and now he’s here to give you a how-to manual for singers, artists, and really anyone wanting a career in the music business. Scott Brickell is the founder and CEO of BrickHouse Entertainment and currently manages artists like MercyMe, Cain, and Micah Tyler. He’s also previously managed and consulted bands such as Switchfoot and Audio Adrenaline. Nine-time Emmy winner David Sams sits down with Scott to find out what people need to be successful in today’s music world, and we’ll give you a hint, it’s not just talent alone. David also asks Scott about being portrayed by Trace Adkins in the hit movie: “I Can Only Imagine.” You can read more of Scott’s advice in his book: “The Business Behind the Song.”

    #ScottBrickell #TheBusinessBehindTheSong #BrickhouseEntertainment #TraceAdkins #ICanOnlyImagine #MercyMe #DavidSams #KeepTheFaith #ContagiousInfluencer

    25 January 2024, 9:17 pm
  • 47 minutes 12 seconds
    # 233: GARY MIRACLE died then was given 1.7% chance to live - he shares his miraculous recovery story here

    Miracles happen every day, and when your last name is quite literally Miracle, you have to believe it! As author and speaker Gary Miracle describes it, his life caught up to his name in 2020 when an infection nearly killed him after going into septic shock and caused him to lose his arms and legs. His incredible story reached the world when the Grammy-nominated Christian band “MercyMe” shared it through their music video “Say I Won’t.” Now Gary sits down with Nine-time Emmy winner David Sams to chat about his personal story of survival, relationship with lead singer Bart Millard, and new outlook on life. Gary’s book, “No More Bad Days” is an inspiration for anyone who has experienced loss or trauma.

    #GaryMiracleSpeaks #MercyMe #NoMoreBadDays #SayIWont #DavidSams #KeepTheFaith #ContagiousInfluencer

    18 January 2024, 4:19 pm
  • 1 hour 15 minutes
    # 232: HOPE DARST shares how she exploded onto the music scene at 39 and if it was worth the wait

    C.S. Lewis said it best: “You are never too old to set another goal or to dream a new dream!” As you think about your goals and aspirations for the new year, let Hope Darst be your source of inspiration. Hope is a Christian singer, songwriter, and worship leader who signed her first record deal in 2019 at the age of 39. Before her professional singing career skyrocketed, she was busy as a mom and worship leader at The Belonging Co. in Nashville. Nine-time Emmy winner David Sams sits down with Hope at his homestead to talk about how her story is one only God could write. They also discuss her biggest song to date “Peace Be Still” and her music in her latest EP “If The Lord Builds The House.”

    #HopeDarst #PeaceBeStill #IfTheLordBuildsTheHouse #Worship #DavidSams #KeepTheFaith #ContagiousInfluencer

    9 January 2024, 11:30 pm
  • 43 minutes 58 seconds
    # 231: NICK VUJICIC was born without limbs and rises above as one of the top motivational speakers in the world

    Does the state of the world have you entering 2024 with fear and anxiety instead of hope for a better future? World renowned evangelist and motivational speaker, Nick Vujicic, was born without arms or legs and is here to offer a dose of reality, but more importantly fill you up with empowerment to take action. Nine-time Emmy winner, David Sams, sits down with Nick to hear about all his future endeavors. Nick is one of the guest speakers for “Hope Together: Called to Care” an online event coming to KeepTheFaith.com this April. It is designed to encourage and uplift coaches, counselors, caregivers, or anyone whose been called to help and serve others. Presented by KeepTheFaith and Hope For the Heart.

    #NickVujicic #ChampionsForTheBrokenHearted #KeepTheFaith #CalledToCare #HopeForTheHeart #HopeTogether #DavidSams #ContagiousInfluencer #lifewithoutlimbs

    5 January 2024, 6:20 pm
  • 42 minutes 56 seconds
    # 230: BRANDI WILSON reveals her path of healing from divorce, finding courage and renewed joy along the way

    New year, new you? If you’re finding yourself unexpectedly starting a new chapter in life, Brandi Wilson is here to offer words of wisdom from her own life experience. Brandi is a certified personal and executive coach, but before all of that she was a pastor’s wife at one of the largest congregations in Tennessee. That is until her husband of 20 years left her, leaving her life and dreams shattered. Nine-time Emmy winner David Sams sits down with Brandi to discuss how she found hope and healing after her marriage ended, and how she carried-on for her three boys. Her story is detailed in her book: “Better Than Okay.”

    More about Brandi at lovebrandiwilson.com.

    #BrandiWilson #BetterThanOkayBook #SingleMoms #DavidSams #KeepTheFaith #ContagiousInfluencer

    4 January 2024, 9:04 pm
  • 54 minutes 58 seconds
    # 229: LISA HARPER finishes the year strong with JESUS!

    It’s time to cuddle up next to the fire with a warm cup of hot cocoa this holiday season and listen to one of the sweetest and most soothing voices to come onto our podcast. Bestselling author and sought-after Bible teacher and speaker, Lisa Harper, is sitting down with nine-time Emmy winner David Sams to talk about her new devotional “Jesus.” It’s a follow-up to her bestselling devotional “Life” and stays true with her beloved, humorous, and relatable voice. In this episode Lisa will not only dive into what “walking with Jesus” means in everyday life, but also gets personal with stories about her father, adoptive daughter, and outlook on singleness.

     

    #LisaHarper #JesusDevotional #BackPorchTheology #DavidSams #KeepTheFaith #ContagiousInfluencer

    22 December 2023, 10:43 pm
  • 32 minutes 20 seconds
    # 227: JULIE CHEN MOONVES longtime host of CBS's "Big Brother" shares how she navigated betrayal and her spiritual awakening

    Julie Chen Moonves is always telling the house guests on Big Brother to “expect the unexpected,” but when real life threw Julie a major curveball in 2018, only God was able to pull her through it. The longtime CBS game host and former moderator of “The Talk” shares her transformative spiritual awakening in her audio memoir called “But First, God.” It’s a unique conversational audio experience. Nine-time Emmy winner David Sams catches up with Julie to learn about the highs and lows of her journey and how she lives her life today. 

    #ButFirstGod #JulieChenMoonves #ButFirst #God101 #BigBrother #DavidSams #KeepTheFaith #ContagiousInfluencer

    14 December 2023, 5:32 pm
  • 19 minutes 27 seconds
    # 228: COLTON DIXON chose faith over fear when his world went dark and lights up the holidays with his Christmas single

    It’s almost time to say goodbye to 2023 and hello to a new year, but not without a moment of reflection. Nine-time Emmy winner and host, David Sams, sits down with Amercian Idol finalist and recording artist Colton Dixon who’s had a big year to say the least. Colton was one of the topmost played Christian artists in 2023 with his No. 1 hit “Build A Boat (Feat. Gabby Barrett) and recent single “My Light.” He also made his NFL debut with a National Anthem performance for the defending Super Bowl champs, The Kansas City Chiefs. But before the year ends, Colton has one more big endeavor and that’s his current “Home For Christmas” single and tour. Colton talks about it all plus some of his favorite Christmas memories and traditions he shares with his toddler twin girls in this latest episode of the Contagious Influencers of America.

    #ColtonDixonMusic #MyLight #HomeForChristmas #David Sams #BuildABoat #KeepTheFaith #ContagiousInfluencer

    14 December 2023, 5:00 pm
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