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| Ep 249: Brooke Ligertwood: What If Your Life Isn't Supposed to Be a Highlight Reel? | Hey! It's The Luskos | 09 Sep 2026 | 00:50:01 | |
Worship leader and songwriter Brooke Ligertwood is back on the couch — a third-time guest whose new album Eat sets Scripture word-for-word to music. She and Levi swap stories about the time they turned a Montana set into the moon, talk through the marriage-saving phrase "is that a final draft?", and unpack her philosophy of "iceberg life" — why the healthiest faith is 90% invisible. It ends, naturally, with wedding-night chaos and a burnt bridal gown.
Connect with us on social! Brooke: @brookeligertwood Levi: @levilusko Jennie: @jennielusko Fresh Life Church: @freshlife [Links] Listen to EAT: https://bit.ly/4ck2S5Q Watch Brooke and Levi in From the Rock: https://bit.ly/4x49Ymu Get the 5 Gallon Bucket: https://bit.ly/sdl4sHY Get the Lusketeer Sticker: https://bit.ly/sdl4sHY
Subscribe for more exclusive content: https://levilusko.com/hitl-subscribe Time Stamps: 00:00:00 – Steamy intro 00:03:14 – Recreating the moon in Montana (and the "Last Supper" crossover) 00:06:20 – Inside Eat — an album of verbatim, sung Scripture 00:12:11 – Letting God write the record instead of forcing it 00:14:50 – The prophetic voice: when not to dilute what God gave you 00:17:04 – Sister Act, Choir Room, and her favorite song "Watchmen" 00:21:37 – Marriage hack: "Is that a final draft?" 00:30:18 – Iceberg life — why your inner world should outweigh your outer show 00:36:00 – Why you can't actually be discipled by social media 00:48:02 – Wedding night bloopers and a burnt wedding dress | |||
| Ep 248: Sadie & Christian Huff: What Do You Do When the Truth Gets Personal? | 02 Sep 2026 | 01:05:03 | |
Sadie and Christian Huff are back for their third visit — and three years, three kids, and one viral leech-in-a-box clip later, they're catching Levi and Jennie up on everything. They open up about filming Duck Dynasty: The Revival through Sadie's pregnancy with Kit (which wrapped the same week they said goodbye to Phil Robertson), what Sadie learned writing her most personal book yet, and the honest, sometimes hilarious dynamics of doing life and ministry as a family in the public eye.
Connect with us on social! Sadie: @legitsadierob Christian: @christian_huff Levi: @levilusko Jennie: @jennielusko Fresh Life Church: @freshlife
[Links] Check out Sadie's new book It's Not Personal: https://bit.ly/4gEBxwy Listen to the Huffs on Woah That's Good!: https://bit.ly/4iEAy1Y Listen to Christian's teaching from Fresh Life Church: https://bit.ly/3T673f9 Listen to LO Worship: https://bit.ly/4wVCLd3 Check out LO Sister Conference: https://bit.ly/4gN3DG9 Get the 5 Gallon Bucket: https://bit.ly/sdl4sHY Get the Lusketeer Sticker: https://bit.ly/sdl4sHY
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Time Stamps: 00:00:00 – The leech-in-a-box clip, eight years later 00:02:03 – Nervous laughter, Louie Giglio's advice & finding the "one sentence" heart of a message 00:07:52 – Christian's first sermon and Sadie's first Passion talk 00:10:37 – Two kids to three: the "beautiful chaos" transition 00:12:51 – Filming Duck Dynasty: The Revival while pregnant with Kit 00:15:33 – Losing Phil Robertson the week the show launched 00:29:07 – Marriage, masking emotions & growing up on camera 00:30:24 – Sadie's new book: "It's Not Personal, But the Knot is Slashed Out" 00:44:41 – Date nights, pickleball tournaments & the Passion Club debate 00:56:40 – Unashamed, hosting the K-LOVE Awards & the Sisterhood Conference | |||
| Ep 247: Lisa Harper: For Anyone Who's Never Felt Chosen | 26 Aug 2026 | 00:48:40 | |
Fifth-time guest Lisa Harper is back — fresh off a whirlwind trip through England, Wales, the Netherlands, and Scotland, and still nursing the jet lag. Between hug-ministry theology, Levi's 75-day merino wool shorts experiment (Lisa remains skeptical), and a surprise moment praying with a stranger in a London store, the conversation turns to Lisa's new book on the Song of Songs — unpacking how the Bible's most intimate book taught her that God delights in her, brokenness and all.
Connect with us on social! Lisa: @lisadharper Levi: @levilusko Jennie: @jennielusko Fresh Life Church: @freshlife
[Links] Get Lisa's book, Song of Songs: The Love We Long For: https://bit.ly/4xQn2MY Visit Lisa's website: https://bit.ly/3UAIS8W Get the 5 Gallon Bucket: https://bit.ly/sdl4sHY Get the Lusketeer Sticker: https://bit.ly/sdl4sHY
Subscribe for more exclusive content: https://levilusko.com/hitl-subscribe Time Stamps: 00:00:00 – Lisa's fifth visit and the great HITL guest rankings 00:01:37 – Confessions of a hug-ministry professional 00:08:28 – Levi's 75-day merino wool shorts experiment 00:11:19 – Praying with a stranger in a London store 00:14:09 – King Arthur's Seat and an accidental royal garden party 00:19:46 – Introducing her new book, Song of Songs: The Love We Long For 00:24:53 – Why the bride's voice matters more than we think 00:36:47 – Favorite vignettes and the Song of Songs sequel jokes 00:46:17 – Closing thoughts on intimacy, bruises, and redemption | |||
| Ep 246: David Thomas: Raising Capable Kids | 19 Aug 2026 | 00:56:35 | |
David Thomas — co-founder of Daystar Counseling and co-author of the new book Capable — joins Levi and Jennie to unpack why chasing our kids' happiness might actually be setting them up to fail. From three kids under age two to a grandmother who asked one piercing question his whole life, David breaks down the "three C's" (coping, competence, challenges) and why loving our kids sometimes means letting them struggle. Plus: the running story that changed how he parents.
Connect with us on social!
David: @raisingboysandgirls
Levi: @levilusko
Jennie: @jennielusko
Fresh Life Church: @freshlife
[Links]
Check out David & Sissy's book, Capable: https://bit.ly/4htx7uA
Check out the I Am Capable workbook: https://bit.ly/4wTQLEZ
Raising Boys and Girls podcast & tour info: https://bit.ly/3TRpd4r
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Time Stamps:
00:00:00 – Welcome David Thomas (no, not the Wendy's guy)
00:04:23 – How a running family got made, mile by mile
00:07:08 – The accidental path from advertising major to child counselor
00:12:57 – Grandma's question: "Did you make yourself useful today?"
00:16:54 – Why chasing happiness sets kids up for a hard adulthood
00:25:37 – Inside the new book: Capable
00:31:30 – Pampering vs. preparing: the parenting swing to avoid
00:37:11 – The three C's: coping, competence, challenges
00:46:23 – "Moving outward": the coping strategy his daughter taught him
00:52:52 – Capable Connections: what sons need from mom, daughters need from dad
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| Ep 245: Phil Wickham: How Do You Stop Performing for God? | 12 Aug 2026 | 01:06:53 | |
Phil Wickham catches up with Levi and Jennie fresh off his Song of the Saints tour — the one where God stopped him in his tracks the night before opening night with one question: are you really letting me be Lord of your life? Phil opens up about that surrender, the inflatable rocks that gave him a stage-prop identity crisis, and the audiobook producer who wasn't a believer until eight hours in the studio together. Plus: his new book Everyday Hallelujah, cottage cheese hacks, and a fall tour with Chandler Moore!
Connect with us on social! Phil: @philwickham Levi: @levilusko Jennie: @jennielusko Fresh Life Church: @freshlife
[Links] Get Phil's new book, Everyday Hallelujah: https://bit.ly/4vF9CC3 Get the 5 Gallon Bucket: https://bit.ly/sdl4sHY Get the Lusketeer Sticker: https://bit.ly/sdl4sHY
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Time Stamps: 00:00:02 – Catching up: the long-overdue reunion and a bearskin rug offer 00:00:48 – The Lusko family's 21-day road trip and the great Chuck E. Cheese letdown 00:06:23 – The question that stopped Phil in his tracks: "Are you letting me be Lord of your life?" 00:08:53 – Why this was his favorite tour ever — plus 16 fall dates announced with Chandler Moore 00:13:16 – Inflatable rocks, Joshua Tree, and a "my stomach drops" stage design story 00:19:22 – World Vision, Jamie McKay, and falling more in love with God's people 00:25:05 – Announcing Everyday Hallelujah — and the "flowers on Sunday" analogy for a stale faith 00:44:44 – Cottage cheese hacks, protein gummies, and the great diet debate 00:54:33 – The audiobook producer who wasn't a believer — until he was 00:58:09 – Fall tour lineup, songwriting with Chandler in Encinitas, and Henry's Father's Day drawing | |||
| Ep 244: Joel Muddamalle: The Truth About Demons, Nephilim, and Spiritual Warfare | 05 Aug 2026 | 00:54:53 | |
Dr. Joel Muddamalle is back for round three, and this time he's taking Levi and Jennie into the deep end — demons, the Nephilim, and what the Bible actually says about spiritual warfare. They talk why he's stepping back from viral reaction content in favor of long-form Substack essays, swap travel stories from Ephesus and Crete, and dig into his new book The Unseen Battle: can demons read minds, were the Nephilim real, and is Judas in heaven? Plus: Snickers bars, Nicolas Cage, and a very memorable joke about Indiana Jones.
Connect with us on social! Joel: @muddamalle Levi: @levilusko Jennie: @jennielusko Fresh Life Church: @freshlife
[Links] Order The Unseen Battle: https://bit.ly/4bTkNQt Subscribe to Joel's Substack: https://bit.ly/4vGjPhI Get the 5 Gallon Bucket: https://bit.ly/sdl4sHY Get the Lusketeer Sticker: https://bit.ly/sdl4sHY
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| Special Episode: Jon Erwin: How Failure Forges True Leadership | 01 Jul 2026 | 01:02:44 | |
Jon Erwin — the filmmaker behind Young Washington, House of David, and Jesus Revolution — joins Levi and Jennie to talk about why he spent a decade obsessed with George Washington before ever picking up a camera. They get into how Washington's worst failures actually forged his leadership, the real bullet holes that shaped his faith, and why Jon cast Andy Serkis (yes, Gollum himself) for the film. Plus: the wild, lifeguard-overwhelming baptism story behind Jesus Revolution and what's coming next from Wonder Project. Connect with us on social! Jon: @jonerwinofficial Levi: @levilusko Jennie: @jennielusko Fresh Life Church: @freshlife [Links] Get tickets to see Young Washington: https://bit.ly/4vIbH0M Stream House of David on Amazon Prime Video: https://bit.ly/4oO1PA5 Get the 5 Gallon Bucket: https://bit.ly/sdl4sHY Get the Lusketeer Sticker: https://bit.ly/sdl4sHY Subscribe for more exclusive content: https://levilusko.com/hitl-subscribe Time Stamps 00:00 - Welcome Jon Erwin 02:33 – America's 250th and why this is "an experiment worth believing in" 05:37 – The leadership lesson hiding in young Washington's biggest mistakes 16:02 – Making war feel real without losing the family audience 22:56 – The "divine hand of providence" — Washington's faith, bullet holes, and Cincinnatus 31:13 – Inside Wonder Project's new short-form Bible series, starting with Moses 46:44 – The three unexplainable moments and the mass baptisms behind House of David | |||
| Ep 243: Graham Furtick: How Do You Know When to Let Go? | 24 Jun 2026 | 00:50:49 | |
He's the son of pastor Stephen Furtick, but Graham built something all his own — a Sunday-night Bible study with four friends that grew into "the living room," a movement so big the cops got called on it. Fresh off graduation, Graham joins Levi and Jennie to talk about walking away from a wrestling scholarship, the "pocket praiser" principle that changed how he worships, and bombing his very first sermon. Connect with us on social! Graham: @graham.furtick Levi: @levilusko Jennie: @jennielusko Fresh Life Church: @freshlife [Links] Apply to Fresh Life Leadership College Today: https://Freshlife.church/leadership-college Get the 5 Gallon Bucket: https://bit.ly/sdl4sHY Get the Lusketeer Sticker: https://bit.ly/sdl4sHY Subscribe for more exclusive content: https://levilusko.com/hitl-subscribe Time Stamps: 00:00 - Welcome Graham Furtick 00:48 – Why the Glacier hike nearly broke him (and what kept him climbing) 05:19 – How a fizzling middle school Bible study became "the living room" 11:06 – The night 110 teenagers nearly broke through Graham's ceiling 17:35 – Walking away from a wrestling scholarship for an answered prayer 32:05 – The "pocket praiser" lesson that changed how he leads worship 41:28 – His first sermon was a disaster — here's how he found his voice | |||
| Ep 242: Cliffe + Stuart Knechtle: What to Say When Faith Gets Hard Questions | 17 Jun 2026 | 01:09:36 | |
From Cliffe getting pies thrown at him on a college quad while three-year-old Stuart clung to his leg, to preaching in Boston's red-light district as a seminary student, this episode is equal parts hilarious, theologically sharp, and genuinely moving. Father-son duo Cliffe and Stuart Knechtle — open-air apologists, church planters, and co-authors of Demolishing Doubt — join Levi and Jennie for one of the most wide-ranging conversations the podcast has ever had. Plus: the hardest question Cliffe still gets a flutter about, why miracles aren't actually defying nature, and the reason Stuart's eight-year-old already has Romans 8 memorized. Connect with us on social! Cliffe + Stuart: @Stuart_Knechtle Levi: @levilusko Jennie: @jennielusko Fresh Life Church: @freshlife [Links] Order Demolishing Doubt: https://bit.ly/4x4R8Nc Watch Cliffe's Passion Sermon: https://bit.ly/3PJcbnX Get the 5 Gallon Bucket: https://bit.ly/sdl4sHY Get the Lusketeer Sticker: https://bit.ly/sdl4sHY Subscribe for more exclusive content: https://levilusko.com/hitl-subscribe Time Stamps: 00:00:00 – Meet Cliffe + Stuart Knechtle 00:05:12 – How a 14-person Bible study above a bar became a church 00:10:06 – Why memorizing scripture isn't obsolete — it's a lifeline 00:15:58 – Miracles don't defy nature — they restore it 00:29:47 – Preaching in Boston's red-light district (the seminary years) 00:43:49 – The hardest questions: suffering, doubt, and where God came from | |||
| Ep 241: Shawn + Jill Johnson: How Do You Keep Marriage Fresh? | 10 Jun 2026 | 00:55:29 | |
Pastor Shawn and Jill Johnson from Red Rocks Church are back for their fourth appearance, and things get real fast — from the legendary canoe trip where Shawn sat on a dead mouse for four hours, to the honest, hard-won wisdom they've collected after nearly three decades of marriage. Levi and Jennie swap notes with the Johnsons on keeping it flirty, surviving hard seasons, knowing when comfort tips into neglect, and the "final draft" language that changed how Shawn and Jill communicate. Plus: Red Rocks Church's sold-out 20th anniversary service at Red Rocks Amphitheater, a son DJing his second-ever gig on that same stage, and Jill's surprisingly sweet trick for reconnecting with why she fell in love in the first place. Connect with us on social! Shawn: @shawnjohnsonrrc Jill: @Jilljohnson03 Levi: @levilusko Jennie: @jennielusko Fresh Life Church: @freshlife [Links] Order Kiss The Fire: https://bit.ly/49C6bUF Get the 5 Gallon Bucket: https://bit.ly/sdl4sHY Get the Lusketeer Sticker: https://bit.ly/sdl4sHY Subscribe for more exclusive content: https://levilusko.com/hitl-subscribe Time Stamps: 00:00:00– The canoe trip that tested their friendship (and Sean's packing skills) 00:09:21 – Kiss the Fire update: what happens when a vulnerable book meets the world 00:14:11 – Austin the DJ opens Red Rocks Amphitheater (his second gig ever) 00:22:39 – The marriage conversation: humility, longevity & what 27 years teaches you 00:38:24 – The "I feel most loved when..." exercise from their counselor 00:50:15 – "Is this your final draft?" — the language that changed how they communicate | |||
| Ep 240: Jennie Lusko: Fresh Mercies Every Day | 03 Jun 2026 | 00:53:53 | |
Jennie Lusko is the guest — on her own podcast — to celebrate the release of her new devotional Fresh Mercies Every Day, a 40-day book drawn from decades of her personal journals (yes, she has over 100 of them, all laid out chronologically on the floor). Levi, Jennie, and their firstborn daughter Alivia dig into the writing process, Jennie's lifelong journaling habit that started at age eight, and what it actually looks like to receive God's mercy instead of just trying to earn it. Plus: Jennie's most-prayed prayers, her quiet time hacks, and the Jurassic Park speech Levi somehow turns into a tribute to his wife. Connect with us on social! Levi: @levilusko Jennie: @jennielusko Fresh Life Church: @freshlife [Links] Fresh Mercies Everyday: https://bit.ly/4dPREWB Passion + TAYA + Luskos on Tour: https://bit.ly/4fS5Lxa Get the 5 Gallon Bucket: https://bit.ly/sdl4sHY Get the Lusketeer Sticker: https://bit.ly/sdl4sHY Subscribe for more exclusive content: https://levilusko.com/hitl-subscribe Time Stamps: 00:02:27 – Levi confesses he secretly read the book before Jennie gave it to him 00:07:38 – Alivia's Japan mission trip 00:10:56 – The story behind Fresh Mercies Every Day 00:17:06 – Over 100 journals laid out across the floor 00:30:16 – How do you stop trying to earn mercy and just receive it? 00:36:33 – Jennie's quiet time ingredients (and the timer trick) | |||
| Ep 239: Tasha Calvert: Stop trying harder, start surrendering | 27 May 2026 | 00:50:32 | |
Women's minister, author, and Texas-born-and-proud Tasha Calvert joins Jennie for one of those conversations that just makes you exhale. Tasha gets honest about going through the motions for years — church attendance, all the programs, filling in every blank — while still missing the real thing, and how God used a crisis in her marriage to finally get through to her. They also talk about her new book Set Apart for More, why holiness has basically disappeared from our vocabulary, and why surrendering control is actually the most freeing thing you can do. Connect with us on social! Tasha: @tistashcalvert Levi: @levilusko Jennie: @jennielusko Fresh Life Church: @freshlife [Links] Get Tasha's book Set Apart for More: https://bit.ly/4tXFtgw Visit Tasha's website: https://bit.ly/42UsW2v Get the 5 Gallon Bucket: https://bit.ly/sdl4sHY Get the Lusketeer Sticker: https://bit.ly/sdl4sHY Subscribe for more exclusive content: https://levilusko.com/hitl-subscribe Timestamps 00:02:00 – Santa Fe, New Mexico, and why every American city is starting to look the same 00:05:18 – Meeting her Houston husband at church — and the Baylor vs. A&M rivalry that almost doomed them 00:08:26 – The hard season: lawsuits, depression, and a sister's wake-up call about marriage 00:12:28 – When God said "shut up" — and how silence saved her marriage 00:34:58 – Why holiness has vanished from our vocabulary (and Tasha's mission to bring it back) 00:46:04 – Tasha closes in prayer for the listener who's exhausted and ready to let go | |||
| Ep 238: Debra Fileta: The Skill Many Christians Are Missing | 20 May 2026 | 00:59:40 | |
Licensed counselor and author Debra Fileta is back for her third appearance, and this one hits different — she's here to talk about the skill we're all convinced we already have. Levi and Jennie dig into Debra's new book People Skills, unpacking why our tech-saturated world is quietly eroding our ability to connect, why most of us privately think this book is for someone else (spoiler: it isn't), and how communication styles — passive, aggressive, passive-aggressive, and assertive — show up in something as simple as a wrong order at a restaurant. Plus: Debra shares the moment God changed her perspective on public speaking anxiety, Jennie confesses she's a chameleon in social situations, and Levi admits cocktail parties are somehow scarier than 10,000-person crowds. Connect with us on social! Debra: @debrafileta Levi: @levilusko Jennie: @jennielusko Fresh Life Church: @freshlife [Links] Get Debra's book People Skills: https://bit.ly/4fco6Vl Get the 5 Gallon Bucket: https://bit.ly/sdl4sHY Get the Lusketeer Sticker: https://bit.ly/sdl4sHY Subscribe for more exclusive content: https://levilusko.com/hitl-subscribe Time Stamps: 00:07:46 – Introducing People Skills — and Jennie's very tabbed-up copy 00:08:26 – Why we're losing the art of real human interaction 00:18:44 – The room full of strangers exercise: how do YOU show up? 00:25:45 – Stop focusing on what they give you, focus on what you can give 00:49:10 – Passive, aggressive, passive-aggressive, assertive | |||
| Ep 237: Zach Windahl: For the Believer Who Still Feels Lost | 13 May 2026 | 00:59:31 | |
Zach Windahl — author of The Bible Simplified — joins Levi and Jennie for a conversation about why so many believers still feel lost in scripture, what finally clicks when you see the whole Bible as one connected story, and the wild COVID wedding that required a cross-state drive with two hours to spare just to get a marriage license. They dig into making the Old Testament less intimidating, how 66 books become one story that changes everything, Bible memorization, and raising kids who love God's word. Plus: the chocolate chip cookie recipe Zach promised to share. Connect with us on social! Zach: @zachwindahl Levi: @levilusko Jennie: @jennielusko Fresh Life Church: @freshlife [Links] Check out Zach's book The Bible Simplified: https://bit.ly/3PX79Um Check out the Bible Simplified Study Guide: https://bit.ly/3NZs2O3 Zach's famous chocolate chip cookie recipe: https://bit.ly/4cii8k2 Spend "a Year In the Gospels" with us: Get the 5 Gallon Bucket:https://bit.ly/sdl4sHY Get the Lusketeer Sticker: https://bit.ly/sdl4sHY Subscribe for more exclusive content: https://levilusko.com/hitl-subscribe Time Stamps: 00:13:57 – Introducing The Bible Simplified 00:20:19 – Why you can't really understand the New Testament without the Old 00:25:07 – Theology for normal people 00:35:42 – If you could condense the entire Bible to a tweet... 00:38:57 – Zach's favorite book of the Bible and the Jewishness of Jesus 00:45:48 – Bible memorization, handwriting the whole NT, and honey on slates | |||
| Ep 236: Courtney Pray Duke: when grief is real but so is God | 06 May 2026 | 01:06:14 | |
Courtney Pray Duke joins Levi and Jennie for a deeply moving conversation about grief, healing, and the unexpected ways God meets us in our hardest moments. From the physical toll of writing her story to the vulnerability of releasing it into the world, Courtney shares what it’s really like to carry hope after unimaginable loss. After losing her husband Andrew in a tragic accident, Courtney found herself navigating life as a young widow with three kids—learning to survive, to trust God in the unknown, and eventually, to live again. This episode holds space for the tension of heartbreak and joy coexisting, while offering a powerful reminder: even in the darkest valleys, God is present, faithful, and still writing a beautiful story. Connect with us on social! Courtney: @courtneyprayduke Levi: @levilusko Jennie: @jennielusko Fresh Life Church: @freshlife [Links] Get And She Got Up by Courtney Pray Duke: https://bit.ly/41JAjJb Get the 5 Gallon Bucket: https://bit.ly/sdl4sHY Get the Lusketeer Sticker: https://levilusko.com/hitl-subscribe Subscribe for more exclusive content: Time Stamps: 0:03:36 – "The most unglamorous thing I've ever done" 0:11:35 – When God speaks in a dream 0:16:13 – The blue-sky day that shattered everything 0:35:29 – The long road back to Thanksgiving 0:39:16 – The battle cry that became a muscle 0:43:21 – community, casseroles, and learning to do the bills 1:00:04 – Why this book is for everyone — even people who haven't lost anyone yet 1:02:00 – "And she got up": the Scripture, the title, the whole testimony | |||
| Ep 235: Abbie + Gabriel Gamboa: when God says "go" | 25 Mar 2026 | 01:11:32 | |
Abbie and Gabriel Gamboa join Levi and Jennie for a hilariously honest, deeply encouraging conversation about marriage, calling, and the messy middle between “God said” and “okay… now what?” From conspiracy-theory dabbling to the sacred art of naming what’s real (in dating, in ministry, in life), this episode is full of both belly laughs and quiet conviction. You’ll hear how their friendship turned into a seven-year marriage, the wild backstory of getting pulled into music as kids, and the gritty season where they were juggling jobs, babies, and payday loans—until they finally took the leap into full-time ministry and music. Plus: a movie-level travel nightmare involving visas, a Colombian passport, and the terrifying possibility of being homeless and stinky in Paris. Connect with us on social! Abbie: @songbirdabbie Gabriel: @gabrielgamboa Levi: @levilusko Jennie: @jennielusko Fresh Life Church: @freshlife [Links] Check out Abbie's Music: https://bit.ly/3OM0ko5 Get the 5 Gallon Bucket: https://bit.ly/sdl4sHY Get the Lusketeer Sticker: https://bit.ly/sdl4sHY Subscribe for more exclusive content: https://levilusko.com/hitl-subscribe Time Stamps: 00:05:05 – “So drama”: defining the relationship and finally dating 00:06:28 – The car accident text… and the cold shoulder 00:17:34 – The late-night prayer encounter (3–4 a.m.) and music calling 00:23:59 – Songs that mattered 00:29:46 – Payday loans, diapers, and the leap toward calling 00:37:18 – Paris coffee “Substance,” UK visa chaos, and the 20-minute scramble | |||
| Ep 234: Jimmy Darts: Undercover Kindness & Viral Generosity | 18 Mar 2026 | 01:07:22 | |
Jimmy Darts joins Levi + Jennie for a wild, hope-filled conversation about the behind-the-scenes heart of the viral kindness videos that have moved millions. From asking strangers for tiny favors to watching generosity “snowball” into life-changing provision, Jimmy shares how God gave him the strategy—and why he’s obsessed with keeping the spotlight on everyday people who say yes. Along the way, this episode goes deeper than you might expect: healing miracles, a Billy Graham YouTube moment that changed everything, a simple way to sort suffering and God’s goodness, and why compassion (not polish) is often the catalyst for God’s power. If you’ve ever wanted to live a more “activated” faith—this one will put gasoline on the fire. Connect with us on social! Jimmy: @Jimmydarts Levi: @levilusko Jennie: @jennielusko Fresh Life Church: @freshlife [Links] Undercover Kindness book: https://bit.ly/4rZM615 Get the 5 Gallon Bucket: https://bit.ly/sdl4sHY Get the Lusketeer Sticker: https://bit.ly/sdl4sHY Subscribe for more exclusive content: https://levilusko.com/hitl-subscribe Time Stamps 0:01:19 – When kindness content went contagious (and why it matters) 0:03:32 – From party videos to “ask for help, then change lives” 0:08:08 – The GoFundMe plaque moment and crowdsourced generosity 0:14:19 – Super Bowl surprises + sorting suffering into two buckets 0:26:35 – Healing in Kona + why compassion is the real catalyst 0:41:15 – Billy Graham on YouTube, the sock miracle, and loving conviction | |||
| Ep 233: Triumph and Sadness: Levi + Jennie Lusko | 11 Mar 2026 | 00:44:15 | |
This week, we’re so excited to share something really special: a message Levi gave at one of our Fresh Life pop-up worship nights in Kalispell. It’s a word that’s meant a lot to us, and we wanted to bring it here because it speaks so honestly to the tension so many of us feel—how to walk with God through both triumph and sadness. In this episode, Levi talks about what it looks like to worship God in every season, whether you’re holding joy, grief, gratitude, disappointment, or some mix of all of it. It’s a meaningful, Scripture-filled reminder that we don’t have to be crushed by hard seasons or defined by great ones—we can bring it all to God and find Him faithful in every part of the journey. Connect with us on social! Levi: @levilusko Jennie: @jennielusko Fresh Life Church: @freshlife [Links] Check Out More Sermons: https://bit.ly/4b1PDqh Fresh Life Internship: https://bit.ly/3P1eJwS Get the 5 Gallon Bucket: https://bit.ly/sdl4sHY Get the Lusketeer Sticker: https://bit.ly/sdl4sHY Subscribe for more exclusive content: https://levilusko.com/hitl-subscribe | |||
| Ep 232: Preston Sprinkle: The Verses Everyone Argues About | 04 Mar 2026 | 01:08:01 | |
Preston Sprinkle joins Levi and Jennie for a candid, hilarious, and deeply thoughtful conversation around his newest book, From Genesis to Junia: An Honest Search for What the Bible Really Says About Women in Leadership. Preston shares what sent him on a years-long, thousand-hour deep dive through Scripture, scholarship, and church history without rushing to “pick a side.” Along the way, the crew gets real about how these conversations actually land in local churches: the tension, the backlash, the nuance, and the very human emotions involved. From Jesus’ surprising elevation of women, to the “problem passages” like 1 Timothy 2 and Romans 16, this episode is an invitation to slow down, stay humble, and let the Bible speak louder than the algorithms. Connect with us on social! Preston: @preston.sprinkle Levi: @levilusko Jennie: @jennielusko Fresh Life Church: @freshlife [Links] From Genesis to Junia book – https://bit.ly/4tG5dz2 Theology in the Raw Podcast – https://bit.ly/4s1GILd Get the 5 Gallon Bucket: https://bit.ly/sdl4sHY Get the Lusketeer Sticker: https://bit.ly/sdl4sHY Subscribe for more exclusive content: https://levilusko.com/hitl-subscribe Time Stamps 0:00:19 – Hats, Boise memories, and the “pollen snow” bike ride 0:05:44 – Immigration, algorithms, and thinking Christianly first 0:29:49 – Why Preston spent 1,000+ hours on women in leadership 0:45:13 – Fresh Life’s journey, backlash, and Jennie’s honest emotions 0:52:26 – Jesus, the early church, and why women are essential to mission 1:00:54 – The “hard verses”: 1 Timothy 2 vs. Romans 16 (Phoebe, Priscilla, Junia) | |||
| Ep 231: Tim Tebow: If The Tree Could Speak | 25 Feb 2026 | 00:54:19 | |
Tim Tebow is back—and this time he’s bringing full-on dad energy. Tim shares the surreal (and hilarious) realities of becoming a father to Daphne Raine, from driving home like a hyper-cautious grandpa to realizing how instantly responsibility rewires your whole brain. Along the way, Levi and Jennie soak up Tim’s reflections on what fatherhood has already taught him about God’s voice in chaos, and how love turns into action. Then the conversation turns tender and powerful as Tim opens up about his new book If the Tree Could Speak—a poetic, perspective-shifting retelling of the gospel through the life of the tree that became the cross. From Easter tenderness to the brutal honesty of Calvary, this episode is a reminder that the cross changes everything—and that our calling is to live like we actually believe it. Connect with us on social! Tim: @timtebow Levi: @levilusko Jennie: @jennielusko Fresh Life Church: @freshlife [Links] If the Tree Could Speak Book: https://bit.ly/4rqk0fE Look Again Book: https://bit.ly/4aYrDEh Get the 5 Gallon Bucket: https://bit.ly/sdl4sHY Get the Lusketeer Sticker: https://bit.ly/sdl4sHY Subscribe for more exclusive content: https://levilusko.com/hitl-subscribe Time Stamps 0:00:18 – Ketones, cold plunges, and dad-life banter 0:01:23 – Bringing Daphne home: joy, fear, and responsibility 0:06:05 – “Splash radius” and worship in the delivery room 0:20:45 – If the Tree Could Speak: the cross through the tree’s eyes 0:40:13 – Grief with hope: “he’s not lost—he’s found” 0:43:12 – “Look Again”: seeing people as infinitely valuable MVPs | |||
| Ep 230: Ed Newton: Why Not You? | 18 Feb 2026 | 00:59:24 | |
Pastor Ed Newton joins Levi and Jennie for a conversation that’s equal parts hilarious, holy, and deeply healing. From mutual half-Filipino spouses (and the great “Tagalog” debate) to the way Ed grew up as the primary interpreter for his deaf parents, this episode is packed with stories that will make you laugh—and then suddenly swallow a lump in your throat. Ed opens up about the hidden “not enough” loop that can follow even the most fruitful ministry, the moment (December 26, 2023) he didn’t want to live anymore, and how God met him in the rebuild through counseling and recovery. Along the way, you’ll hear the powerful origin story behind his book Why Not You? Believing What God Believes About You—and why your worst “kryptonite” might just become the very place God writes your greatest strength. Connect with us on social! Ed: @pastorednewton Levi: @levilusko Jennie: @jennielusko Fresh Life Church: @freshlife [Links] Read Why Not You?: https://bit.ly/49UZBI8 Connect with Pastor Ed: https://bit.ly/4t49zQf Get the 5 Gallon Bucket: https://bit.ly/sdl4sHY Get the Lusketeer Sticker: https://bit.ly/sdl4sHY Subscribe for more exclusive content: https://levilusko.com/hitl-subscribe 0:03:10 – College hoops, ministry dreams, and meeting Stephanie 0:05:32 – The interpreter who changed everything: Ed’s salvation story 0:08:04 – Growing up in a deaf home: the miracle backstory 0:17:44 – “God gave you to us”: the moment that reframed his life 0:33:42 – “We found you on YouTube”: the CBC call and the pivot 0:39:18 – December 26, 2023 | |||
| Ep 229: Reacting to Your Hot Takes: Live | 11 Feb 2026 | 00:49:47 | |
Levi and Jennie are back with a LIVE hot-takes edition—reacting to spicy “unpopular opinions” from the Lusketeers and letting the conversation do what it does best: swerve into laughter, rabbit trails, and the occasional “wait… is this actually deep?” moment. From fish (unless it’s sushi) to airplane toe etiquette, from bowling germs to Disney adults, the banter stays playful—but it also turns thoughtful when the topic shifts to parenting, phones, and the tension between conviction and Christian liberty. Expect strong opinions, zero chill, and at least one memorable chemistry lesson: iron oxide. Connect with us on social! Levi: @levilusko Jennie: @jennielusko Fresh Life Church: @freshlife [Links] Episode 207 with Gracie Binion: https://bit.ly/45rdlZU Get the 5 Gallon Bucket: https://bit.ly/sdl4sHY Get the Lusketeer Sticker: https://bit.ly/sdl4sHY Subscribe for more exclusive content: https://levilusko.com/hitl-subscribe Time Stamps 0:01:26 – “Fish is disgusting”… unless it’s sushi 0:09:50 – McDonald’s coffee vs Starbucks 0:16:04 – Plane etiquette: socks, sandals, and keeping your toes to yourself 0:22:12 – Bowling is gross… and so is thinking about those finger holes 0:30:53 – Kids, phones, and why “Christian should/shouldn’t” gets complicated 0:40:34 – “Christian music doesn’t exist” + Disney adults + left/right hacks | |||
| Ep 228: Jacob Coyne: Ponies on a Dirt Bike Track | 04 Feb 2026 | ||
Jacob Coyne—founder of Stay Here—joins Levi and Jennie for an honest, hope-filled conversation about suicide prevention, mental health, and what it looks like to love people like Jesus when they’re hurting. This episode goes deep, but it’s also packed with practical help and real stories of lives being saved. You’ll hear how Stay Here equips churches, schools, and students to recognize warning signs, start the conversation, and take action—plus why purpose, community, and courage matter more than we think. And if you’re listening and you’ve been battling dark thoughts, please know this: you’re seen, you’re loved, and help is available. Don’t carry it alone—stay here. Connect with us on social! Jacob: @jacobcoyne Stay Here: @stayhereorg Levi: @levilusko Jennie: @jennielusko Fresh Life Church: @freshlife [Links] Stay Here (resources + live chat): https://bit.ly/4r0zmH7 ACT Suicide Prevention Training: https://bit.ly/3LmD5zS Stay Here Student Ambassador Program: https://bit.ly/3LTmB2g Stay Here Lifeline Bands: https://bit.ly/3YQGPwx Get the 5 Gallon Bucket: https://bit.ly/sdl4sHY Get the Lusketeer Sticker: https://bit.ly/sdl4sHY Subscribe for more exclusive content: https://levilusko.com/hitl-subscribe Time Stamps 0:00:03 – A heads-up: this conversation goes heavy (and hopeful) 0:01:46 – Why Jacob started Stay Here after devastating losses 0:07:25 – Lifeline bands, 988 access, and taking hope into schools 0:31:15 – Rocket ship vs. home: choosing to build what lasts 0:50:37 – The ACT training in real life: a bridge, a friend, and a saved life 1:01:35 – If you’re hurting: speak up, get help, and stay here | |||
| Ep 227: Alex & Henry Seeley: “He’s Not a What—He’s a Who” | 28 Jan 2026 | 00:49:35 | |
Alex and Henry Seeley (The Belonging Co) are back for a wide-open catch-up that somehow hits everything—from family life and church growth in Tennessee to new music, new campuses, and what it’s like building a multi-location church with video preaching. Then the conversation turns holy (and hilarious) as Alex shares about her upcoming book The Divine Counselor—a fresh, needed look at Holy Spirit as a Person, not just a symbol. And Henry tells the unforgettable story of a midnight drive that became a defining encounter… complete with “walking” Holy Spirit into their home. Connect with us on social! Alex: @alexseeley Henry: @henryseeley Levi: @levilusko Jennie: @jennielusko Fresh Life Church: @freshlife [Links] Pre-Order The Divine Counselor: https://bit.ly/49aFab5 The Belonging Co (Music): https://bit.ly/45u9BXq Belonging Co Conference: https://bit.ly/4svdo0p Get the 5 Gallon Bucket: https://bit.ly/sdl4sHY Get the Lusketeer Sticker: https://bit.ly/sdl4sHY Subscribe for more exclusive content: https://levilusko.com/hitl-subscribe 00:42 – What’s new with the Seeleys (kids, college, life) 02:06 – Foreclosure hit + new land for Franklin 05:34 – Monster trucks, green rooms, and “is it haunted?” 13:35 – The Divine Counselor: Why We Need Holy Spirit as Counselor 20:11 – A revival season and a long day of testimonies 41:18 – New music: The Chorus + the single “Myths” | |||
| Ep 226: Kait & JJ Tomlin: Your Checklist Is the Problem | 21 Jan 2026 | 00:51:04 | |
Kait and JJ Tomlin (the couple behind Heart of Dating) join Levi and Jennie for a hilarious, super-helpful conversation about what dating looks like right now—and why so many women feel frustrated while so many men feel shut down. From “80% isn’t enough” expectations to the weird ways dating apps have turned people into filters and checkboxes, they get real about what’s happening in the church and what actually helps. Along the way, they unpack what to look for beneath the surface (hello, teachability + humility), why “trajectory” matters more than perfection, and how to think about attraction with more wisdom than a swipe. Plus, you’ll hear their own unexpected meet-cute—from a Zoom “blind date bachelor” moment to long-distance FaceTimes and a relationship built on character (wolf sweater and all). Connect with us on social! Kait: @kaitness JJ: @jjtomlin Levi: @levilusko Jennie: @jennielusko Fresh Life Church: @freshlife [Links] Heart of Dating: Heart of Dating Podcast: School of Dating (16-week mentorship): Get the 5 Gallon Bucket: https://bit.ly/sdl4sHY Get the Lusketeer Sticker: https://bit.ly/sdl4sHY Subscribe for more exclusive content: https://levilusko.com/hitl-subscribe Time Stamps 01:50 – The dating convo everyone needs (not just singles) 03:10 – Why women feel stuck and men feel discouraged 11:17 – The real “bar” for maturity: responsibility + discipleship 19:55 – Drop the filters: height, attraction, and dating apps 27:14 – Their Zoom meet-cute (and “Emily” makes an appearance) 40:02 – Heart of Dating: podcast, mentorship, coaching, and community | |||
| Ep 224: Jonathan Pokluda: An Exorcism in Aspen | 07 Jan 2026 | 01:02:37 | |
Jonathan Pokluda sits down with Levi and Jennie for a conversation that’s equal parts laugh-out-loud and deeply grounding. JP unpacks his 16-day hospital saga—how it started with a leg not working right, turned into a diagnosis of transverse myelitis, and somehow included an unforgettable “marriage moment” that belongs in the Hall of Fame. From spiritual warfare to being aware without being afraid, and what JP learned while researching Your Story Has a Villain—including the country club moment in Aspen that made everything feel painfully real. Plus: Halloween, discernment, and even the surprisingly practical question of how to use AI as a tool without letting it use you—followed by a closing story about a cold plunge that… never actually happened. Connect with us on social! JP: @jpokluda Levi: @levilusko Jennie: @jennielusko Fresh Life Church: @freshlife [Links] Your Story Has a Villain: https://bit.ly/4ai2rsH Becoming Something Podcast: https://bit.ly/4rZROB6 Get the 5 Gallon Bucket: https://bit.ly/sdl4sHY Get the Lusketeer Sticker: https://bit.ly/sdl4sHY Subscribe for more exclusive content: https://levilusko.com/hitl-subscribe Time Stamps 0:01:43 – Six-toed cats and the weird grace of being “different” 0:03:24 – JP’s 16-day hospital scare and the symptoms that changed everything 0:16:54 – Real marriage: praying fire for a bowel movement 0:23:20 – Why JP wrote Your Story Has a Villain 0:28:49 – The Aspen Country Club story that made spiritual warfare unmistakable 0:44:06 – Loving God “on purpose,” AI guardrails, and using tools wisely | |||
| Year-End Laughs & New-Year Faith | 31 Dec 2025 | 00:35:31 | |
The Lusko kids join Levi and Jennie for a cozy, hilarious, end-of-2025 family episode—full of memories, real talk, and the kind of side comments only siblings can pull off. Together they look back on the year’s big moments: college life, tennis wins, learner’s permits, a meaningful baptism, and the wild joy of serving together. You’ll hear the behind-the-scenes of the Bolivia mission trip (including travel chaos and a few very memorable mishaps), plus a rapid-fire stroll through favorite podcast episodes, sermon series that hit home, and the books/music that shaped the year. They wrap it all by looking ahead to 2026 with practical goals and spiritual rhythms. Connect with us on social! Levi: @levilusko Jennie: @jennielusko Fresh Life Church: @freshlife [Links] Gospels in a year (Print Ed.): https://bit.ly/4pQG2HN Gospels in a year (Digital Ed.): https://bit.ly/3L4HSWm Movement 2026: https://www.mvmnt26.com Get the 5 Gallon Bucket: https://bit.ly/sdl4sHY Get the Lusketeer Sticker: https://bit.ly/sdl4sHY Subscribe for more exclusive content: https://levilusko.com/hitl-subscribe Time Stamps 0:01:07 – New Year’s as a “holy day” and old-school traditions 0:03:38 – 2025 family updates: college, baptism, tennis, and big milestones 0:08:34 – Bolivia mission trip stories: Compassion kids + travel mayhem 0:13:07 – Favorite podcast moments from the year (and the unforgettable ones) 0:15:07 – Blessed Are the Spiraling launch: 7 cities, 7 days, 7 runs 0:26:35 – What God taught them in 2025 + 2026 goals and a Gospels plan | |||
| Ep 223: Martin Smith: Songs, Seasons, and Surrender | 26 Nov 2025 | 00:57:52 | |
Visit donate.accessmore.com and give today to help fund more episodes and shows like this. From the near-fatal car accident that pushed him to go “all in” with Cutting Edge/Delirious? to nine-minute spontaneous tracks and leaving holy space in worship, Martin talks about the power of music to heal, deliver, and reorient our hearts. He and Levi explore prophetic songwriting, how some lyrics arrive far beyond our understanding, why streaming stats feel like everyone’s paycheck on display, and how to help a new generation make pure, cutting-edge worship in a numbers-obsessed world. The conversation also gets wonderfully practical and tender—why “the devil hates flags,” what it means to raise a banner and recover undignified praise, how Martin chose to walk away from arenas for the sake of his kids, and the decade he spent in the shadows asking, “Am I done?” Now a grandpa called “Pops,” Martin reflects on legacy, singing “Our God Reigns” with new weight, and learning to embrace each season—whether it’s feeding 20,000 or 4,000—as part of God’s good story. Connect with us on social! [Links] Subscribe for more exclusive content: https://levilusko.com/hitl-subscribe Time Stamps | |||
| Ep 222: Max Lucado: Taming Your Thoughts & Finding True Hope | 19 Nov 2025 | 00:33:09 | |
Best-selling author and pastor Max Lucado joins Levi and Jennie to talk taming your thoughts, grandparent joy, and the kind of hope that actually holds. Max shares the wild family headline—three daughters pregnant at once—and how becoming “Papa Max” has reshaped his rhythms and perspective. They dive into Max’s new book, Tame Your Thoughts: Three Tools to Renew Your Mind and Transform Your Life, walking through “picky thinking,” spotting the “UFOs” (untruth → false narrative → overreaction), and the practice of uprooting lies and replanting truth. The conversation gets practical on media intake, the real brain/relationship fallout of porn, and Max’s storyteller toolkit—from dog tales to Amelia Earhart—and why the message must always lead the illustration. They wrap with a glimpse of Max’s “The Only One” series on the uniqueness of Christ and a quick nod to tattoos (yes, really). Connect with us on social! [Links] Subscribe for more exclusive content: https://levilusko.com/hitl-subscribe Timestamps | |||
| Ep 221: Live Q+A w/ Debra Fileta | 12 Nov 2025 | 01:05:00 | |
Licensed counselor and author Debra Fileta joins Levi and Jennie for a live Q&A on building emotionally healthy homes—whether you’re single, married, or knee-deep in carpools. We kick off with Debra’s new picture book for littles, “Any Day Emotions,” and how naming feelings (even the tricky ones like guilt and jealousy) helps kids learn what to do with them. We also talk about Levi’s new tween book, “Don’t Worry, Warrior,” and why story-driven teaching sticks with 8–12-year-olds. From there, it’s a fast-paced, heartfelt session tackling real questions: consistent toddler discipline without losing connection, encouragement for single parents finding community, wisdom for blending families with grace and boundaries, and practical ways siblings can repair ruptures with real apologies. We close by reframing “peace at home”—less candlelit calm, more everyday wholeness in Christ amid the beautiful chaos. Connect with us on social! [Links] Give a year-end gift to send Native youth to Movement Conference! Subscribe for more exclusive content: https://levilusko.com/hitl-subscribe Time stamps | |||
| Ep 220: Bear Grylls: Finding God Beyond the Edge | 05 Nov 2025 | 01:00:30 | |
World-renowned adventurer, author, and TV host Bear Grylls joins Levi and Jennie Lusko for an unforgettable conversation about courage, faith, and what really matters most. From Man vs. Wild to his newest book The Greatest Story Ever Told, Bear opens up about the challenges of fame, the power of vulnerability, and how the wild continues to point him back to God. Together, they talk about grief, resilience, and the sacred beauty of connection — from Bear’s adventures with world leaders to the quiet strength he’s found through family and faith. You’ll laugh, tear up, and walk away deeply encouraged to live with more purpose and heart, wherever your own wild takes you. Connect with us on social! Bear: @beargrylls Levi: @levilusko Jennie: @jennielusko Fresh Life Church: @freshlife [Links] The Greatest Story Ever Told: https://bit.ly/4hgSltA Keep up with Bear: https://bit.ly/48qR1BV Get the 5 Gallon Bucket: https://bit.ly/sdl4sHY Get the Lusketeer Sticker: https://bit.ly/sdl4sHY Subscribe for more exclusive content: https://levilusko.com/hitl-subscribe Time Stamps: 0:16:06 – Grief, legacy, and quiet resilience 0:27:42 – Huckleberries after fire: rising from ashes 0:38:04 – Turning to the new book (and why it matters) 0:47:17 – How the book’s voices shift: Mary to Thomas and beyond 0:56:59 – Audiobook + recording details and next steps | |||
| Ep 219: Phil & Mallory Wickham: Home Before the Stage | 29 Oct 2025 | 01:06:17 | |
Worship leader and songwriter Phil Wickham is back—this time with his wife Mallory, who pulls back the curtain on life at home while Phil is on the road. From privacy and boundaries to joyful chaos with kids, they talk honestly about the unseen sacrifices that make visible ministry possible. You’ll hear the story of their relationship (from hesitant boyfriend to wholehearted husband), the reality of Summer Worship Nights—miracles, momentum, and whooping cough—and the everyday stuff: mice in the garage, sprinter van shenanigans, and why a five-gallon bucket is elite family gear. It’s tender, funny, and full of faith for marriages and homes that put Jesus at the center. Connect with us on social! Phil + Mallory: @philwickham Levi: @levilusko Jennie: @jennielusko Fresh Life Church: @freshlife [Links] Listen to Song of The Saints on Spotify: https://bit.ly/48wvAPQ Listen to Song of The Saints on Apple Music: https://bit.ly/42ISrnI Get the 5 Gallon Bucket: https://bit.ly/sdl4sHY Get the Lusketeer Sticker: https://bit.ly/sdl4sHY Subscribe for more exclusive content: https://levilusko.com/hitl-subscribe Time stamps 06:50 – Mallory’s first-ever podcast 23:42 – Mice infestation + whooping cough 36:24 – Billy Graham cameo & Phil raps 38:47 – Sprinter vs. the garage 43:31 – Five-gallon bucket mouse trap 53:27 – Song of the Saints tour preview | |||
| Ep 218: Josiah Queen: From “I Am Barabbas” to Mount Zion | 22 Oct 2025 | 01:14:56 | |
Singer-songwriter Josiah Queen joins Levi and Jennie for a warm, joy-filled conversation about his faith, marriage, and music. From writing “I Am Barabbas” to exploring national parks with his wife, Trinity, Josiah opens up about how worship, creativity, and everyday life all weave together into his walk with God. They swap stories about summer tours, cold plunges, and close encounters with buffalo in Yellowstone — plus why Josiah believes his best songs come straight from scripture stored in his heart. It’s an inspiring, down-to-earth episode that celebrates calling, consistency, and God’s surprising sense of humor. Connect with us on social! Josiah: @josiahqueenmusic Levi: @levilusko Jennie: @jennielusko Fresh Life Church: @freshlife [Links] Listen to MT ZION: https://bit.ly/4mWlb3y Sign up for Movement Conference 2026: MVMNT26.com Get the 5 Gallon Bucket: https://bit.ly/sdl4sHY Get the Lusketeer Sticker: https://bit.ly/sdl4sHY Subscribe for more exclusive content: https://levilusko.com/hitl-subscribe Timestamps 6:03 – Summer Worship Nights with Brandon & Phil 08:14 – Cruise chaos & a sketchy flight 11:02 – National parks bucket list + Glacier invite 16:51 – Buffalo standoff in Yellowstone 19:21 – Supervolcano talk: wonder without panic 33:01 – Cold plunges: Levi’s case for the cold | |||
| Ep 217: Shawn + Jill Johnson: Live from MVMNT'25 | 15 Oct 2025 | 00:31:16 | |
In this moving and deeply personal episode, Levi and Jennie sit down with Shawn and Jill Johnson to talk about their new book Kiss the Fire—a message born straight out of pain, perseverance, and the unwavering hope they’ve found in Jesus. Shawn opens up about his journey with Parkinson’s and the moment everything changed with one doctor’s appointment, while Jill shares what it looks like to cling to faith when life takes an unexpected turn. Together, the Johnsons reveal how “kissing the fire” has become more than just a phrase—it’s their daily declaration to keep trusting God, even when the flames are fierce. This conversation is raw, honest, and full of life-giving encouragement for anyone walking through their own season of struggle. Connect with us on social! Shawn: @shawnjohnsonrrc Jill: @jilljohnson03 Levi: @levilusko Jennie: @jennielusko Fresh Life Church: @freshlife Read Kiss the Fire: http://bit.ly/3IQQMFU Red Rocks Worship Tour: http://bit.ly/3J1lWua Get the 5 Gallon Bucket: https://bit.ly/sdl4sHY Get the Lusketeer Sticker: https://bit.ly/sdl4sHY Subscribe for more exclusive content: https://levilusko.com/hitl-subscribe Time Stamps: 01:09 – The diagnosis 06:06 – Kiss the Fire 08:12 – Writing through pain 10:53 – Hope in the hard days 21:48 – Finding balance and healing 29:45 – A prayer for the fight | |||
| Ep 216: Lacy Abercrombie: Live from MVMNT'25 | 08 Oct 2025 | 00:30:00 | |
Comedian, influencer, and newly minted Radio DJ Lacy Abercrombie joins Levi for a joy-soaked, heartfelt conversation recorded during the MVMNT Conference. From DJ Lennox’s eight-year-old hype set to lakeside moments with God, this one swings between belly laughs and holy ground. Lacy opens up about leading altar ministry after a powerful message on purity, body shame, and freedom in Jesus — and why honest conversations matter for this generation. You’ll also hear why Lacy’s moving to Franklin, Tennessee, and stepping into a new season as Air1’s midday host, plus the story behind Stay Here and practical ways churches and parents can champion mental health. Come for the Bieber jokes; stay for the blessing, the courage, and the call to love Jesus with everything. Connect with us on social! Lacy: @abercrombielacy Levi: @levilusko Jennie: @jennielusko Fresh Life Church: @freshlife [Links] Stay Here: https://bit.ly/42kdug3 Catch Lacy on Air1 Radio 11am-3pm ET: https://bit.ly/3KP1TQ0 Get the 5 Gallon Bucket: https://bit.ly/sdl4sHY Get the Lusketeer Sticker: https://bit.ly/sdl4sHY Subscribe for more exclusive content: https://levilusko.com/hitl-subscribe Time Stamps 0:03:17 – MVMNT Conference highs & “love the snot out of Jesus” 0:08:46 – Altar moments and a frank talk on purity 0:10:57 – What is Stay Here? Suicide prevention with ACT training 0:15:07 – Sunset worship, “The Blessing,” and Montana memories 0:16:51 – Big news: Franklin move + Air1 midday host 0:23:53 – Kindle-walks, reading rhythms, and going back to school | |||
| Ep 215: Elevation Rhythm: Live from MVMNT '25 | 01 Oct 2025 | 00:31:07 | |
Elevation Rhythm’s Davide Mutendji and Josh Holiday drop in from Movement Conference for a joy-soaked conversation about faith, music, and life on the road. We talk Elevation Nights (aka “Sunday on tour”), the EFAM family showing up city after city, and how worship in an arena can turn spectators into participants. They also share an exclusive on new music—“Victory Lap II,” recorded live at YouthX—and unpack the heart behind it: helping a generation live from Jesus’ finished victory. Plus: the legendary plane-train meet-cute, a Starbucks Venmo blessing, travel routines, and the case for… iced hot chocolate as an elite recovery drink. It’s playful, hopeful, and packed with encouragement for anyone running their race with Jesus. Connect with us on social! Davide: @iam_davide Josh: @iamjoshholiday Levi: @levilusko Jennie: @jennielusko Fresh Life Church: @freshlife [Links] Get the 5 Gallon Bucket: https://bit.ly/sdl4sHY Get the Lusketeer Sticker: https://bit.ly/sdl4sHY Listen to Elevation Rhythm on Spotify: http://bit.ly/48NtGKC Listen to Elevation Rhythm on Apple Music: http://bit.ly/473p81t Goodbye Yesterday Tour: https://bit.ly/4gUxHiK Subscribe for more exclusive content: https://levilusko.com/hitl-subscribe Time Stamps: 1:33 – Just off a global tour in Montana 5:05 – Baby on the way: grace for parents 5:55 – Airport plane-train meet-cute & Starbucks Venmo 9:12 – Bringing “Sunday” to arenas: Elevation Nights 20:25 – Title reveal & heart behind “Victory Lap II” 26:14 – The spirit of RHYTHM beyond generations | |||
| Ep 214: Grant + Madison Prewett Troutt: Live from MVMNT'25 | 24 Sep 2025 | 00:33:42 | |
Author and podcast host Madi Troutt and her husband, speaker Grant Troutt, are back—this time with their daughter Hosanna in tow and a brand-new book in the world. Madi shares the heart behind Dare to Be True, the war against the lies that keep us stuck, and the daily rhythms of walking in freedom. We also talk newborn life, moving to Tennessee, and the surprising power of a well-timed footlong…cookie. Then we zoom out to the college campus awakening they’ve been witnessing through Unite—stories of prayer, repentance, and spontaneous baptisms that point to the awe of God. From preaching at Movement to building community locally, this conversation carries both urgency and joy. Lean in for a hopeful call to truth, holiness, and everyday obedience. Connect with us on social! Madi: @madiprew Grant: @grant_troutt Levi: @levilusko Jennie: @jennielusko Fresh Life Church: @freshlife [Links] Read Madi's new book: https://bit.ly/4m9vLDK Listen to Stay True: https://bit.ly/3V7IT1k Register for Movement Conference 2026: https://bit.ly/42rjpjk Get the 5 Gallon Bucket: https://bit.ly/sdl4sHY Get the Lusketeer Sticker: https://bit.ly/sdl4sHY Subscribe for more exclusive content: https://levilusko.com/hitl-subscribe Time Stamps 02:41 – Madi’s new book and why she almost quit 07:18 – How Unite began at Auburn 10:46 – Spontaneous baptisms and revival momentum 18:13 – Repentance, awe of God, and holiness 27:49 – Date nights, love languages, and coffee drama 32:40 – “Stay True” tour tease & what’s next | |||
| Ep 213: Bryce Crawford: Live from MVMNT '25 | 17 Sep 2025 | 00:31:54 | |
Content creator and evangelist Bryce Crawford joins Levi and Jennie for a joy-soaked, faith-filled conversation that moves from “communion-flavored” energy drinks to the moment Jesus met him at a Waffle House and rerouted his life. Bryce opens up about anxiety, depression, and the night everything changed, plus why hugs, listening, and Scripture are his go-to tools for sharing the gospel in everyday moments. You’ll also hear the heart behind his street conversations and live podcast nights, the hunger he’s seeing in Gen Z for God’s Word, and a powerful story of prayer, healing, and a man finding his way home. It’s playful, honest, and deeply encouraging—an episode to replay when you need courage to love people where they are. Connect with us on social! [Links] See Bryce on Tour: https://bit.ly/3KfYqK0 Get the 5 Gallon Bucket: https://bit.ly/sdl4sHY Get the Lusketeer Sticker: https://bit.ly/sdl4sHY Subscribe for more exclusive content: https://levilusko.com/hitl-subscribe Time Stamps | |||
| Ep 212: Cody + Kari Jobe Carnes: Live from MVMNT'25 | 10 Sep 2025 | 00:31:09 | |
Kari and Cody Carnes join Levi and Jennie for a heartwarming and joy-filled conversation about faith, family, and the unexpected moments that shape their journey. From their son Kingston’s incredible story of stepping onto the worship stage at just six years old to Canyon’s thoughtful spiritual depth, this episode paints a beautiful picture of raising kids in ministry while keeping family at the center. The couples also share hilarious and awe-inspiring adventures—from Glacier National Park hikes without snacks or water (thank God for angelic cliff bar encounters!) to bear sightings and summer nights in Montana. Along the way, they dive into songwriting, the upcoming Passion tour, what God is teaching them through Scripture and prayer, and why pure worship matters more than ever. Connect with us on social! [Links] Listen to Kari on Spotify: https://bit.ly/3V40gQH Listen to Kari on Apple Music: https://bit.ly/46z2ixB Listen to Cody on Spotify: https://bit.ly/4m3Bhry Listen to Cody on Apple Music: https://bit.ly/3VEpR2F Get the 5 Gallon Bucket: https://bit.ly/sdl4sHY Get the Lusketeer Sticker: https://bit.ly/sdl4sHY Subscribe for more exclusive content: https://levilusko.com/hitl-subscribe Time Stamps | |||
| Ep 211: TAYA + Ben Gaukrodger: Live from MVMNT '25 | 03 Sep 2025 | 00:38:55 | |
TAYA and her husband Ben join Levi and Jennie for a conversation full of laughter, honesty, and heart. From navigating new parenthood and life in America to the wild story of Beau’s birth, they share the highs, the struggles, and the sweet moments of learning to delight in both God and family. TAYA opens up about releasing music while carrying the weight of travel, ministry, and motherhood, while Ben reflects on trading construction work for full-time fatherhood. Together, they talk about resilience, intentional living, and choosing family first even in the middle of a busy ministry life. This one is rich with encouragement, faith, and a few hilarious Amazon fails you’ll never forget. Connect with us on social! [Links] Subscribe for more exclusive content: https://levilusko.com/hitl-subscribe Time Stamps | |||
| Ep 210: Tim & Juliette Ross: Grief, Legacy & That Voice Note | 27 Aug 2025 | 01:18:41 | |
Tim and Juliette Ross return with a powerful, deeply personal conversation about grief, healing, and honoring legacy. They open up about the loss of Tim’s father, the emotional toll of caregiving, and the surprising moment Juliette captured that left the whole room in tears. From family dynamics and generational healing to tattoos, bereavement discounts, and even a salvation story involving flip-flops—this episode is heartfelt, hilarious, and unforgettable. Don’t miss the wisdom, warmth, and raw honesty they bring to the table. Connect with us on social! [Links] Subscribe for more exclusive content: https://levilusko.com/hitl-subscribe Timestamps | |||
| Ep 209: Migraine Myths & Ministry Musts: Live Stream Q&A | 20 Aug 2025 | 00:51:22 | |
From Buc-ee’s brisket sandwiches to the hard realities of ministry life, Levi tackles your live questions in this special Q&A episode—while Jennie’s out battling a migraine. Hear stories of unexpected “miracles,” valuable advice for young ministers, tips for first-time flyers, how to handle disappointment, and why Levi trusts strangers with his screen time code. Packed with wisdom, laughs, and some rodeo-night anticipation, this one’s all over the map in the best way possible. Connect with us on social! [Links] Subscribe for more exclusive content: https://levilusko.com/hitl-subscribe Time Stamps | |||
| Ep 208: Ben Stuart: The Truth About Modern Love | 13 Aug 2025 | 00:33:54 | |
Ben Stuart is back to unpack the mess and meaning of modern relationships. From ghosting to God’s design, he shares why dating has become more confusing—and how the church can step in with clarity and care. Plus, insights on Gen Z’s hunger for connection, life in DC, and some hilarious fishing fails. Connect with us on social! [Links] Subscribe for more exclusive content: https://levilusko.com/hitl-subscribe Timestamps | |||
| Ep 207: Gracie Binion: Leading Worship Like a Tiger | 06 Aug 2025 | 00:58:35 | |
Gracie Binion is the real deal. In this episode, she shares how she went from writing songs in her childhood bedroom to leading worship with fire—and how a van full of bad smells and loud laughs became the backdrop to her newlywed life. She talks faith, calling, creative grit, and the night she heard God speak out loud. It’s equal parts fun, raw, and full of purpose. Connect with us on social! [Links] Subscribe for more exclusive content: https://levilusko.com/hitl-subscribe Timestamps | |||
| Ep 206: 48 hrs in Bolivia w/ Compassion Int'l | 18 Jun 2025 | 00:39:22 | |
Levi and Jennie take us to Bolivia for their first international podcast! From meeting sponsored children to walking through deep personal stories, this episode is a heartfelt look at missions, family, and living out the Great Commission. Hear how Compassion International is changing lives—and how you can be part of it. Connect with us on social! [Links] Subscribe for more exclusive content: https://levilusko.com/hitl-subscribe Timestamps | |||
| Ep 205: DawnChere Wilkerson: The Beauty in the Wait | 11 Jun 2025 | 00:47:49 | |
She’s a Disney princess and a spiritual ninja—DawnCheré Wilkerson is back! In this heartfelt convo, we talk about her new book Slow Burn, walking through infertility, how God meets us in the wait, and why journaling might just change your life. You’ll laugh, cry, and probably underline half the quotes in this one. Connect with us on social! [Links] Subscribe for more exclusive content: 08:14 – The Prayer Behind Slow Burn | |||
| Ep 204: Dino Rizzo: Slippers That Preach | 04 Jun 2025 | 01:04:50 | |
Pastor Dino Rizzo joins Levi and Jennie for a powerful conversation on serving people at every level—from launching over 1,100 churches through ARC to bringing slippers and hope to juvenile detention centers. They talk about the heartbeat behind outreach, what makes a successful church plant, why slippers might just change the world, and the surprising secret to post-sermon peace. This one's packed with practical gold and heartfelt moments. Connect with us on social! [Links] Subscribe for more exclusive content: https://levilusko.com/hitl-subscribe Timestamps: | |||
| Ep 203: Demi-Leigh Tebow: Discovering a Crown That Lasts | 28 May 2025 | 01:01:23 | |
Former Miss Universe Demi-Leigh Tebow returns to chat with Levi and Jennie about embracing purpose beyond titles, navigating identity shifts, and the journey to motherhood. From hilarious godparent auditions to raw reflections on surrendering her literal crown, Demi brings deep wisdom and delightful charm. Plus, she gives the inside scoop on her new children’s book, Princess Paris Finds Her Purpose, and how biltong nearly ruined Levi’s jaw. This one’s got laughs, life lessons, and lots of love. Connect with us on social! [Links] Subscribe for more exclusive content: https://levilusko.com/hitl-subscribe Timestamps | |||
| Ep 202: How to Heal When Trust Is Broken w/ Lysa TerKeurst | 21 May 2025 | 01:00:50 | |
What do you do when your past pain makes it hard to trust the people in your present? In this vulnerable and hope-filled convo, Lysa TerKeurst joins Levi and Jennie to talk about her new book, I Want to Trust You, But I Don’t, navigating red flags in relationships, and the difference between healing and hiding. They dive into emotional triggers, boundaries, marriage after betrayal, and how God meets us in the messy middle. Plus, Lysa gets real about painting, grandbabies, and Florida beach life with her new husband, Chaz. This one hits deep and might just heal a place in you. Connect with us on social! [Links] Subscribe for more exclusive content: https://levilusko.com/hitl-subscribe | |||
| Ep 201: How New York Changed Me w/ Annie F. Downs | 14 May 2025 | 00:56:32 | |
Annie F. Downs is back, and she’s bringing the grit, the laughs, and the deep soul-stuff. From rolling ottomans up four flights of stairs to discovering how New York life reshaped her rhythms, Annie shares what it means to grow through the hard and embrace unexpected gifts from God. She opens up about her journey of grief, the heart behind her children’s book Where Did TJ Go?, and how singleness has led to a life she truly loves. It’s raw, funny, and powerfully honest. Don’t miss it! Connect with us on social! [Links] Subscribe for more exclusive content: https://levilusko.com/hitl-subscribe Timestamps | |||