Bridges with Patsy Clairmont and Andrew Greer

Harris III is known the world-round as an illusionist. But his latest trick is a switch, and when he turns it on ... wonderful things happen! In his new book, The Wonder Switch, and in this conversation, Harris retraces the details of the illusions that threatened his sanity and spirit and how the light of truth restored his hope and dreamed him back to life again. He's a dream of a fella, so join us for this wonder-f...

He has written songs for folks like George Jones, Reba McEntire, and Randy Travis. And he has recorded music with legends like Waylon Jennings and Willie Nelson. But he not only a consummate musician, he is a tremendous conversationalist with an abiding love for scripture. This is his story of how he came to faith through scripture, and how that experience now influences all of his musical expressions. You will love T...

We have a big heart for this guy because he endured raising Andrew! Andrew's dad and a good friend of Patsy's, Tim Greer, is in the house and on the mic today. He is a man of heart and depth, and has a vast background and experience in taking people through hard places by being a wonderful listener and gifted guide as a pastoral counselor. Whether you are stuck in your own tough spot, or helping someone you love walk ...

Patsy often says, You are more than you know because God is greater than you can imagine. Zach Bolen, frontman of the pop/rock band Citizens, is a lovely and thoughtful communicator who is giving us fresh permission to open up our minds and use our imaginations as we grow in our journey with God. Zach is a mellow fellow, and as you know, we're pretty excitable; some would say "keyed up." So Zach calmed our chit-chat i...

Jacob Armstrong has the heart of a shepherd. So it's no wonder the church he and his wife founded, Providence Church in Mount Juliet, Tennessee, is one of the fastest growing congregations in America. But just a few minutes into a conversation with Jacob and you quickly discern that pastoring a successful church only scratches the surface of his life's impact. His tender heart and sensitive spirit, born from his own b...

We all get knotted up from time to time. So what do we do to work out the kinks and unwind? Here are some of our favorite go-tos to rest and relax. Come chill out with us. 

This week's featured song is: "Worry" from Andrew and our good friend Cindy Morgan. Listen to it here.

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Talk about bridging, our man of the hour Charles Billingsley has spent a liftime making music that connects with listeners of all generations. His latest recorded music project highlights the songs of the Great American Songbook giving him a broad platform to minister in the public square and widening his already broad bridge between generations. Plus, he's got a ready sense of humor and a hearty laugh! This episode i...

She is one of our dear friends. And she embodies one of the greatest voices of our time. But not just because of her dynamo singing, iconic songs, and beautiful musicianship. It's her story. The story she so willingly and transparently shares. A story of beauty from ashes, of grace for shame, of wholeness, healing, and redemption. Join us for this tender conversation with one of our favorite people, "The Voice," Sandi...

Scott Sauls is a pastor, podcaster, and an author. And through all of the above is a tender shepherd for us as we reckon with the broken and messy places in our lives. His sensitive perspective is born from his own painful past, and so he is a trusted guide as we navigate our way out of hurt into hope. Scott's latest book, Beautiful People Don't Just Happen: How God Redeems Regret, Hurt, and Fear in the Making of Bett...

Our very dear friend, multiple Grammy-nominated, Dove Award-winning singer-songwriter Cindy Morgan, shares with us the tragic and triumphant pieces of her personal story that make up the fabric of her very first novel, The Year of Jubilee – releasing tomorrow (April 18). She also serenades us with a haunting song from the soundtrack for the novel. This is an episode full of story. Come be a part.

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Danny Gokey is an American Idol alum and award-winning musical artist. Leyicet Gokey is a house-flipper and social media influencer. And together they are the defintion of fun. And spicy. And, well, dynamic! So join us for this charismatic conversation about raising a multi-cultural family, living out a compelling faith, and leading the way with kindness (even on Twitter!).

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We're just sittin' here grateful anyone still cares to listen in! Season Three of Bridges is in motion with a list of all-new episodes, featuring a host of inspiring guests, thoughtfully discussing a wide array of topics appropriate for all generations.

As a self-identified Boomer and Millennial, our conversations span the generation gap and are proof that everyone's eligible on Bridges with Patsy Clairmont ...

To wrap up another season of Bridges, we charge our mics with teaching us something new ... about each other! Join us as we volley questions back and forth to learn new things about one another and our selfs. Perhaps you'll discover something new about your self, too!

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Native Ozarkan Marilyn Jansen brings her healthy book editing expertise and stirs it up with her own affinity for authorship –– sharing the Americana stories of her rural upbringing, multi-generational farm family dynamics, and creative recipes that are sure to fill your bellies and feed the spirit of community in your heart and home! Her new book, Come Sit A Spell: An Invitation to Reflect on Faith, Food and Family, is available h...

Our new friend JT Jester has a tender story to tell. One that could have been focused on tragedy. But through his indomitable disposition of cheer, JT lives life to the limits with a spirit spilling over with adventure and a heart full of gratitude. The title of his new book, No Bad Days: How to Find Joy In Every Circumstance sums it up pretty well. But don't miss out on this conversation – JT's already seasoned perspectives can of...

To close out Women's History Month we have a guest whose very platform has been built on books she has written and lessons she has taught to women (and learned for herself!). Wendy Pope's latest book is called Jesus Everlasting, and this conversation is an open invite to women and to men to discover the character of Jesus is through the stories of the women of the scriptures.

This week's featured song is: "It Is Well With My Soul,"...

Singer-Songwriter-Podcaster-Blogger Tim Timmons is as thoughtful as he is talented as he is charming. Having lived with cancer for over 20 years after his initial diagnosis of "5 years to live," Tim is an expert in living each day to the fullest – a lifestyle that has inspired the content of his music and the content of his new podcast called 10,000 Minutes: The Experiment – an admonishment for believers to not just "do church," bu...

Looking for Overthinkers Anonymous? Hello! You just found your group meeting. Jon Acuff is a New York Times-bestselling mastermind of self-help that makes sense. And in this informatively fun episode we dig into the principles behind his latest book, Soundtracks: The Surprising Solution to Overthinking. Listen closely to Jon and his sneakishly simple suggestsions of how to turn this human super problem inside out into a super power...

To wrap up (for now!) our four-part series of episodes celebrating Black History Month, we wanted to field some questions from you, our listeners, and pose them to our friend EJ Gaines. EJ is an entertainmenty attorney and music executive at Capitol CMG and Motown Gospel record labels, so he is creative and smart. Two qualities that make quite the combo in gifting us all with the space to think, ask questions about, and learn how t...