The Salt Podcast is where real faith meets raw stories ๐๏ธโ๏ธ. Hosted by George Iskander & Simon Thomas-Gilto, we dive deep into unfiltered conversations with world-class guestsโclergy, influencers, authors, and everyday people with extraordinary testimonies. From miraculous encounters to life lessons forged in hardship, every episode inspires, challenges, and points back to Jesus. ๐๐ Whether youโre seeking truth, hope, or courage, this is where bold conversations ignite lasting faith. #StaySalty
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EP 13 | From Jail Floors to Godโs Grace | The Orthodox Spirit x The Salt Podcast
Season 1 ยท Episode 10
Sunday, August 31, 2025 โข Duration 01:33:38
In this special crossover, George and Simon step out of the host chairs and into the guest seats on The Orthodox Spirit with LA-based podcaster Mike Mac. Mike digs into the heart of why The Salt Podcast was bornโfrom Georgeโs conviction to evangelize online, to the duoโs vision of sharing hope and meaningful conversations in a world flooded with empty content.
Together they explore why people are turning back to God, the importance of authentic church community, and the mission behind their work. The episode also takes a powerful turn as Mike shares his own testimony: from overdosing on a jail floor to a radical encounter with God that transformed his life. Now restored, he preaches Christ and reaches thousands through his own podcast.
This is a raw and faith-filled conversation about perseverance, calling, and the power of Godโs grace to redeem the darkest of moments.
EP 12 | Jamie Zhuโs Raw Story: How Fame Almost Destroyed Him - And Jesus Saved Him
Season 1 ยท Episode 12
Sunday, August 24, 2025 โข Duration 01:40:53
What happens when a viral prankster with millions of followers has everythingโbut still feels broken inside?
In this raw and gripping episode of The Salt Podcast, Jamie Zhu opens up like never before. From chasing fame, partying, and New Age spirituality to a terrifying year of demonic torment, suicidal thoughts, and complete spiritual darknessโJamie walks us through the turning point that brought him to Christ.
Youโll hear:
What demonic possession felt like
How breath work, crystals, and reiki opened the wrong doors
The powerful moment he surrendered to Jesus
What healing, identity, and peace in Christ actually looks like
If you've ever searched for purpose in the wrong places or questioned if you're too far goneโthis one is for you. Jamie's story proves God still rescues, even from the darkest pits.
EP 3 | Bishop Mar Mari Emmanuel โ Forgiveness, Godโs Love, Pope Kyrollos & Candace Owens
Season 1 ยท Episode 3
Sunday, April 13, 2025 โข Duration 02:01:07
What does it look like to stand for Christ in a world thatโs quick to cancel you? In this powerful episode, Bishop Mar Mari Emmanuel shares openly about faith, courage, and forgiveness in the face of intense public scrutiny. From his deep convictions about biblical truth ๐ to his heartfelt call for unity and love โค๏ธ, Bishop Mar Mari inspires believers to remain steadfast no matter the cost.
Youโll hear: ๐ก Why standing for Godโs Word will always face opposition ๐ The role of prayer in staying grounded during trials โค๏ธ The power of forgiveness, even toward those who hurt you most ๐ฅ Encouragement to live boldly and without compromise ๐ His vision for the church in an increasingly divided world
This conversation is a timely reminder that our faith must be unshakable, our hearts forgiving, and our voices unafraid to speak truth in love.
EP 2 | Fr Bishoy El Antony: 47 Years as a Monk โ Armed Robbery, the Devil & Divine Miracles
Season 1 ยท Episode 2
Thursday, March 27, 2025 โข Duration 02:02:36
What happens when a monk leaves the quiet of the monastery to follow Godโs call to the ends of the earth? In this inspiring episode, Fr. Bishoy El Antony shares incredible stories from decades of service โ from the stillness of the Egyptian desert ๐๏ธ to missionary work in remote African villages ๐ฟ๐, and encounters with people whose lives were forever changed by Godโs power.
Youโll hear: ๐ How a life of prayer prepared him for global ministry ๐ First-hand accounts of Godโs provision and protection in dangerous places ๐ก Lessons learned from serving in cultures far from home โค๏ธ Stories that reveal Godโs love in action ๐ฅ Encouragement for anyone wrestling with their calling
This isnโt just a travelogue โ itโs a testimony to the faithfulness of God, the power of obedience, and the joy of serving wherever He sends you.
EP 1 | Fr Jacob Magdy: Godโs Grace, Divine Provision & Relationship Wisdom
Season 1 ยท Episode 1
Monday, February 24, 2025 โข Duration 01:31:26
What happens when a humble priest surrenders everything to God? In this powerful episode, we sit down with Fr. Jacob Magdy, who shares jaw-dropping testimonies of answered prayer, miraculous provision ๐ฐโจ, and healings that left doctors speechless ๐ฅ๐. From his early days in Egypt ๐ช๐ฌ to decades of faithful service at St Markโs Church, Fr. Jacob opens his heart about:
๐ก How to overcome temptation by shifting your focus to Christ ๐ Building strong, Christ-centered marriages & families ๐คฒ Leading with humility (and why pride destroys ministry) ๐ต Godโs provision in the most impossible situations โค๏ธ Stories of healing, protection & divine intervention
This conversation will stir your faith, challenge your priorities, and remind you that with Godโฆ nothing is impossible! ๐ฅ
๐ง Listen now and be inspired to live fully surrendered to Him.
EP 11 | Fr. Bishoy El Antony โ Gripping Exorcisms, Epic Miracles & His Book A Monk Around the World
Season 1 ยท Episode 11
Sunday, August 10, 2025 โข Duration 01:29:31
In this gripping follow-up episode of The Salt Podcast, Fr. Bishoy El Antony returns to share powerful stories of witnessing an exorcism as a child, raising the dead, and a miraculous healing deep in Africa that nearly cost him his life, along with the heart behind his brand-new book A Monk Around the World: The Making of a Monk.
What we cover:
๐ About His New Book โ Why Fr. Bishoy felt called to write A Monk Around the World and the incredible life lessons found within its pages.
๐น Childhood Exorcism โ The unforgettable experience of seeing a possessed person delivered at a young age and how it shaped his understanding of the spiritual world.
โฐ๏ธ Raising the Dead โ The astonishing story of a man declared dead for several minutes who came back to life and shared what he experienced on the other side.
๐ Life-Threatening Mission in Africa โ How a miraculous healing of a paralyzed woman placed Fr. Bishoyโs life at risk in front of a remote tribe.
โ๏ธ Coptic Identity & Language โ Why understanding the faith is more important than preserving tradition for traditionโs sake.
๐ Living in Daily Obedience โ How glorifying God one day at a time brings peace, even in hardship.
This episode is filled with raw testimony, spiritual insight, and faith-building stories that will leave you in awe of Godโs power.
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โจ Timestamps:
00:00 - Intorduction 02:10 - Signs from God and Divine Answers 03:51 - Obedience and the Collapsing Building 05:24 - Asking for Impossible Signs 06:09 - Following God Instead of Personal Dreams 07:06 - Satisfaction in Godโs Will 09:11 - Guided by Saint Anthonyโs Light 10:12 - Coptic Church in the Diaspora12:34 - Importance of Language in Faith15:36 - Singing in Coptic vs. Preaching in English17:57 - Facing Demons on the Mountain22:18 - Gifts of Exorcism in the Church26:34 - A Childhood Encounter With Possession32:29 - Supernatural Events in Canada37:26 - Paranormal Toys and Spiritual Protection43:20 - A Tribe and a Miraculous Healing50:10 - Mountains Moving Through Faith52:28 - Godโs Care in the Small and Everyday55:33 - Writing a Book to Reflect Godโs Glory57:27 - Baptized in a Monkโs Robe59:06 - Stories Written for the World01:02:30 - Sharing Godโs Work Through Media01:07:05 - A Life Transformed After Death01:13:29 - Spiritual Light and Battles with Sin01:18:59 - Pain of Rejecting God01:21:02 - Godโs Joyful Presence01:24:30 - Staying Humble and Close to God01:27:28 - What Leads to Holiness01:28:55 - Final Reflections from Father Bishoy
EP 10 | Bishop Mar Mari โ Labubu, Candace Owens, Trump, Pope Leo XIV, Abortion & His Heartfelt Cry to God
Season 1 ยท Episode 13
Tuesday, July 22, 2025 โข Duration 02:24:39
๐ฅ In this gripping episode of The Salt Podcast, Bishop Mar Mari Emmanuel returns for a prophetic and piercing conversation that dives deep into the spiritual battles of our age.
We cover everything from:
โ ๏ธ Labubu & Demonic Toys: Is this viral toy spiritually dangerous? Bishop Mar Mari weighs in on the real threat behind innocent-looking trends and why parents must stay vigilant.
๐ End Times & WWIII: Whatโs happening in the Middle East? Could these escalating conflicts spark the next world war? Bishop Mar Mari shares sobering biblical insight on Israel, Iran, and the signs of the times.
๐งโโ๏ธ Fake Christ in Todayโs Culture: Have we created a Christ who follows us instead of one we follow? A confronting look at modern Christianityโs drift from biblical truth.
๐บ๐ธ Donald Trump & Global Leaders: Should Christians worry about politics, or trust in Godโs sovereignty over world powers? Bishop Mar Mari shares a spiritual lens on global unrest.
๐งโ๐ Pope Leo XIV Prophecy?: Could a future pope play a role in end-time deception? We touch on prophetic voices and historical warning signs.
๐ Miracle of the Virgin Mary: Hear the jaw-dropping story of a clinically dead boy brought back to life through the intercession of the Holy Mother.
๐น Encounters with the Devil: What happens when spiritual warfare turns real? Bishop Mar Mari shares how evil manifestsโand how Christ always triumphs.
โ Abortion & the Culture of Death: Bishop Mar Mari denounces abortion as premeditated murder, especially by Christians who know better. He urges believers to repent and warns of the spiritual danger and judgment it brings.
๐ Closing Moment โ A Moving Prayer: When asked what he prays for, Bishop Mar Mari becomes emotional. One of the most stirring moments we've ever captured.
From heartfelt stories to prophetic warnings, this episode is a call to wake up, pray, and return to Jesusโthe real Jesus.
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EP 9 | Fr. Lazarus Yassa: LA Riots, Dealing with Despair, Loving God & Finding Christ in Pain
Season 1 ยท Episode 9
Sunday, July 13, 2025 โข Duration 01:18:06
๐๏ธ In this vulnerable and deeply honest episode of The Salt Podcast, Fr. Lazarus Yassa shares what most wonโt: the cost of obedience, the spiritual danger of praise, and why true priesthood is often a quiet crucifixion โ๏ธ. We dive into the internal battles of leadership ๐ง , the loneliness that comes with spiritual responsibility ๐๏ธ, and the mystery of how God uses pain to purify the soul ๐ฅ. Fr. Lazarus doesnโt offer clichรฉ answersโbut raw wisdom forged through fire. Whether youโre in ministry, seeking purpose, or wrestling with Godโs silence ๐คฒโthis episode will speak straight to your soul ๐โค๏ธโ๐ฅ.
๐ Topics We Cover:
๐ฅ The LA riots and where God was in the chaos
๐ When obedience feels like walking in the dark
โ ๏ธ Why early praise can destroy future priests
๐ญ The ego, pride, and the hidden struggle of leadership ๐ Finding God in suffering, silence, and surrender
๐ฅฃ Serving the homeless and the forgotten
๐งโโ๏ธ A message to the young, the wounded, and the called ย
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EP 8 | Veronica B: Choosing Christ Over CloutโFaith, Fame, OnlyFans & Not Compromising for Clicks
Season 1 ยท Episode 8
Sunday, July 6, 2025 โข Duration 02:24:33
In this powerful episode of The Salt Podcast, George Iskander and Simon Thomas Gilto sit down with the hilarious and inspiring Veronica Bโcomedian, content creator, and devoted Christianโfor a raw, unfiltered conversation about faith, fame, and the fight to stay true to Christ in a world obsessed with image.
Veronica opens up about her journey to online fame, the intense pressures of social media, and how her relationship with God has transformed her life both on and off the screen. Together, we dive into the rise of OnlyFans culture and the growing pressure young women face to compromise their morals for quick money, fame, and approval. We explore how to navigate the spotlight without losing your soulโand why sometimes following Christ means giving up the world's applause.
๐ Topics We Cover:
How Veronica Bโs faith shapes her comedy and content
The tension between chasing clout and chasing Christ
The pressures young women face from the rise of OnlyFans and โget rich quickโ culture
The importance of humility, grace, and authentic community
Encouraging Christians to stand firm, even when it costs fame, followers, or success
Whether you're wrestling with the spotlight, your faith, or the pressures of modern culture, this episode will leave you encouraged, challenged, and inspired to live boldly for Christ.
EP 7 | Alex Jurado AKA Voice of Reason: Faith, Fame, and Finding Truth in a World of Chaos
Season 1 ยท Episode 7
Thursday, July 3, 2025 โข Duration 02:23:43
In this powerful episode of The Salt Podcast, George Iskander and Simon sit down with Alex Jurado, better known as Voice of Reason, for an honest and inspiring conversation about faith, culture, and the challenges of living for Christ in todayโs world.
From his unexpected journey through acting and sales to becoming a Catholic theologian and viral content creator, Alex shares how God led him to use his unique voice to bring others back to faith. The discussion covers hot-button topics like the Israel-Iran conflict, Christian Zionism, Jordan Petersonโs faith struggles, and the role of the Church in modern society.
We also dive into personal stories of spiritual highs and lows, lessons from parents, the pressures of social media ministry, and why humility and forgiveness are at the heart of the Christian walk.
๐ Topics We Cover:
Is blind support of Israel biblical?
Why Jordan Peterson wonโt openly say heโs Christian
The dark side of Hollywood and why Alex walked away
How Alexโs faith was shaped through failure and forgiveness
The mission behind Voice of Reason and reaching millions for Christ
Donโt miss this raw and uplifting episodeโone of our most heartfelt yet.
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