Backstage with John Wilson

In this episode, we interview one of our newest festival artists Chase & Co! We talk about how they met through online dating, making a band, and their journey. You don't want to miss it!Chase & Co. website:https://chasecomusic.com/musicOur website:https://www.lightthewayministry.com/Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/backstagewithjw/donations

In this episode, we interview our newest Intern Kyal Milintree! We talk about his story, how he joined Light The Way, and his plans for the future! Our Website:https://www.lightthewayministry.com/Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/backstagewithjw/donations

This episode is a very special one because we interview our brand new hire, Sarah Burton!!

In this episode, we interview one of our Broken Arrow, and newly chart-topping artists, Consumed By Fire! We talk about their new hit single, our history with them, and Donald Trump? You gotta listen to this episode!Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/backstagewithjw/donations

In this episode, we interview KB,

In this episode, we interview the Newsboys' youngest member Jeff Frankenstein!

In this episode, we interview our newest board member and land owner for the Ozark 2023 Festival! We ask her about her decision to become a board member and unpack the story of how God brought Light The Way and her family together. Our website:Lightthewayministry.comSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/backstagewithjw/donations

In this episode on Backstage with John Wilson, we seem to be missing a very important person. I wonder who it could be? Perhaps the host of the podcast? I guess you'll have to listen to find out.

Welcome back to episode 24 (We think) of Backstage with John Wilson! In this episode, we interview two very special guests, and take on their questions about our festival from a kid's perspective! You don't want to miss it. As always find tickets and more info atlightthewayministry.comSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/backstagewithjw/donations

In this episode, we talk with the one and only Jason Crabb

It's back to the books for John!

In this episode, we interview our head of security Jed Hunt, who has served with us for over 5 years! He has a lot to say about his role in the security team and how that role plays out at a festival.Our Website:lightthewayministry.comSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/backstagewithjw/donations

To all our local listeners you probably know the Jingle... We invited Kyle and Stephanie from the Wind to join us on our podcast. They have been long-time ministry partners since day one and in this episode, we talk about what it means to be a ministry partner and quiz them on their Christian music knowledge...Our Website:Lightthewayministry.comSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/backstagewithjw/donations

In this episode, we interview one of our more frequent volunteers at our festivals and concerts, Lucas Van Amber! But more than that Lucas is actually one of Nate's childhood friends who ends up uncovering some of Nate's darkest secrets...

In this episode, we sit down and talk to the mayor of Olive Branch Mississippi, the future home of one of our upcoming music festivals!

In this episode, we interview Christian comedian Paul May. We find out he has a bunch of carton friends. (We call them schizophrenia, he calls it impersonations

In this episode, the two time appearing podcast champion Cade Thompson makes his triumphant return!

New employee, who this?In this episode, we interview (interrogate) the newest edition to the Light the Way team!

In this episode, John & Nate take all sorts of rabbit trails. Ranging from Christmas to debunking the three wise men (or Musketeers according to John), to giving baby Jesus a white elephant, but eventually landing on what goes into putting on a music festival and how God works through kingdom connections.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/backstagewithjw/donations

In this episode, we interview one of our 2022 festival artists and emcee, Rhett Walker! We talked about his weight and balance issues, upcoming tours, and conducted a very out-of-context interview.Check out Rhett walker's website:https://www.rhettwalker.com/Follow Rhett on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/rhettwalker/Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/backstagewithjw/donations

In this episode, John interviews one of Light The Way's newest board members, Sara Forhetz! She is a powerhouse speaker known for her work in TV journalism for 17 years. She shares her experience at Light The Way music festival and how God has moved in miraculous ways.Check out Sara's website:https://saraforhetz.com/Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/backstagewithjw/donations

In this special Thanksgiving episode, we talk about all things food, ...and something we're thankful for, but quite a bit of food talk. From Light The Way we wish you a happy thanksgiving and as always thank you so much for listening to the podcast!Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/backstagewithjw/donations

In this episode, John interviews one of Light the Way's longest-serving board members, Johnny Kirkland (AKA: Johnny Awesome). They talk about what it's like serving on the board and helping out at Light The Way events. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/backstagewithjw/donations

In this episode, we interview a #1 chart-topping artist, Ben Fuller! Ben shares with us his sorry for how Christ saved him from a life of drugs, alcohol, and sex. We hope this episode is an incredibly encouraging one of what God can do in desperate situations.Follow Ben:https://www.instagram.com/bendfuller/Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/backstagewithjw/donations

In this episode, we interview the upcoming Christian artist Joseph O'Brien, who talks about getting started, signing on a label, and how God has brought him through it all.He also has his own Podcast that you should check out (just don't ditch us... or do, we'll forgive you)Follow Joseph:https://www.instagram.com/jbobrienmusic/?hl=enCOJO Podcast:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCe_vza3-yCRXaJM_NK9atxA?app=desktopSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/backstagewithjw/donations

In this episode, All we can say is just get ready to laugh. This interview was so much fun having the guys from Gable Price and Friends on. We actually recorded this backstage at their concert a few weeks ago. WARNING... Don't Drive While Listening..lol (Just Kidding). Check Out Gable Price & Friends today:https://www.gablepriceandfriends.com/Light the Way is more than a festival; we are on a mission to Take Church Outside the Walls, one Concert & Festival at a time! So come See us on July 7-8th in Springfield, Mo. The 2023 Light the Way Festival Tickets are coming soon! www.lightthewayministry.comCheck out Light the Way on Social MediaTikTok: https://vm.tiktok.com/ZMeYnD1xF/​​Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lighttheway...Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LightTheWayM...Twitter: https://twitter.com/Lightthewaymin​​Light The Way Ministry is a NonProfit organization serving as a 501c3 by "Taking Church Outside the Walls." Our mission is to spread the Light and Hope of Jesus Christ. Light the Way Ministry is known as Missouri's Largest 2-Day Christian Music Festival.In addition to our Main two-day Festival, we're branching out and expanding our Ministry to multiple locations for one-day concerts, festivals, and outreach events around the Region!Light The Way Ministry provides events drawing thousands to enjoy the highest caliber of Christian entertainment and value for the benefit of empowering hope for the hopeless and light for the lost.Our staff and volunteers work year-round, bringing communities, churches, people, families, and businesses together for the greater cause of sharing the life-changing message of the Gospel of Jesus Christ.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/backstagewithjw/donations

In this episode, we are excited to have CCM Artist Cade Thompson joining us. We find out he discovered his talent early in Preschool! Cade also shares some stories of his experiences from Backstage, and be sure to check out his newest single, "Arms of Jesus!" Check Out Cade Thompson today: http://cadethompsonmusic.com/"Arms of Jesus"https://youtu.be/nhyINN4K7RYLight the Way is more than a festival; we are on a mission to Take Church Outside the Walls, one Concert & Festival at a time! So come See us on July 7-8th in Springfield, Mo. The 2023 Light the Way Festival Tickets are coming soon! www.lightthewayministry.comCheck out Light the Way on Social MediaTikTok: https://vm.tiktok.com/ZMeYnD1xF/​​Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lighttheway...Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LightTheWayM...Twitter: https://twitter.com/Lightthewaymin​​Light The Way Ministry is a NonProfit organization serving as a 501c3 by "Taking Church Outside the Walls." Our mission is to spread the Light and Hope of Jesus Christ. Light the Way Ministry is known as Missouri's Largest 2-Day Christian Music Festival.In addition to our Main two-day Festival, we're branching out and expanding our Ministry to multiple locations for one-day concerts, festivals, and outreach events around the Region!Light The Way Ministry provides events drawing thousands to enjoy the highest caliber of Christian entertainment and value for the benefit of empowering hope for the hopeless and light for the lost.Our staff and volunteers work year-round, bringing communities, churches, people, families, and businesses together for the greater cause of sharing the life-changing message of the Gospel of Jesus Christ.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/backstagewithjw/donations

This week Nate joins John to talk about how Light the Way came about and what it means to "Take Church Outside of the Walls, one Concert & Festival at a time." Light the Way is more than a festival; we are on a mission to Take Church Outside the Walls, one Concert & Festival at a time! So come on July 7-8th in Springfield, Mo. The 2023 Light the Way Festival Tickets are coming soon! www.lightthewayministry.comCheck out Light the Way on Social MediaTikTok: https://vm.tiktok.com/ZMeYnD1xF/​​Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lighttheway...Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LightTheWayM...Twitter: https://twitter.com/Lightthewaymin​​Light The Way Ministry is a NonProfit organization serving as a 501c3 by "Taking Church Outside the Walls." Our mission is to spread the Light and Hope of Jesus Christ. Light, the Way Ministry is known as Missouri's Largest 2-Day Christian Music Festival.In addition to our Main two-day Festival, we're branching out and expanding our Ministry to multiple locations for one-day concerts, festivals, and outreach events around the Region!Light The Way Ministry provides events drawing thousands to enjoy the highest caliber of Christian entertainment and value for the benefit of empowering hope for the hopeless and light for the lost.Our staff and volunteers work year-round, bringing together communities, churches, people, families, and businesses for the more significant cause of sharing the life-changing message of the Gospel of Jesus Christ.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/backstagewithjw/donations

John sits with a ministry partner and Head Strenght Coach from Missouri State, David Consiglio in this episode. Coach shares how his backstage experience at the Light the Way Festival, and talks about his role at Missouri State as more than being a coach. Check out David Consiglio's podcast called Powerless Yet Unstoppable today! Light the Way is more than a festival; we are on a mission to Take Church Outside the Walls, one Concert & Festival at a time! So come on July 7-8th in Springfield, Mo. The 2023 Light the Way Festival Tickets are coming soon! www.lightthewayministry.comCheck out Light the Way on Social MediaTikTok: https://vm.tiktok.com/ZMeYnD1xF/​​Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lighttheway...Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LightTheWayM...Twitter: https://twitter.com/Lightthewaymin​​Light The Way Ministry is a NonProfit organization serving as a 501c3 by "Taking Church Outside the Walls." Our mission is to spread the Light and Hope of Jesus Christ. Light, the Way Ministry is known as Missouri's Largest 2-Day Christian Music Festival.In addition to our Main two-day Festival, we're branching out and expanding our Ministry to multiple locations for one-day concerts, festivals, and outreach events around the Region!Light The Way Ministry provides events drawing thousands to enjoy the highest caliber of Christian entertainment and value for the benefit of empowering hope for the hopeless and light for the lost.Our staff and volunteers work year-round bringing communities, churches, people, families, and businesses together for the more significant cause of sharing the life-changing message of the Gospel of Jesus Christ.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/backstagewithjw/donations

John sits with Nate, Light the Way's Creative Director, in this episode. He shares how his career here at Light the Way has brought him out of his comfort zone and, by doing so, has helped him step into the full potential God has called him in. Light the Way is more than a festival; we are on a mission to Take Church Outside the Walls, one Concert & Festival at a time! So come on July 7-8th in Springfield, Mo. The 2023 Light the Way Festival Tickets are coming soon! www.lightthewayministry.comCheck out Light the Way on Social MediaTikTok: https://vm.tiktok.com/ZMeYnD1xF/​​Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lighttheway...Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LightTheWayM...Twitter: https://twitter.com/Lightthewaymin​​Light The Way Ministry is a NonProfit organization serving as a 501c3 by "Taking Church Outside the Walls." Our mission is to spread the Light and Hope of Jesus Christ. Light, the Way Ministry is known as Missouri's Largest 2-Day Christian Music Festival.In addition to our Main two-day Festival, we're branching out and expanding our Ministry to multiple locations for one-day concerts, festivals, and outreach events around the Region!Light The Way Ministry provides events drawing thousands to enjoy the highest caliber of Christian entertainment and value for the benefit of empowering hope for the hopeless and light for the lost.Our staff and volunteers work year-round bringing communities, churches, people, families, and businesses together for the more significant cause of sharing the life-changing message of the Gospel of Jesus Christ.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/backstagewithjw/donations

In this episode, we are excited to jump into the podcast world, with a backstage view. Today, John talks with Creative Director Nate from Light the Way about the start of our new podcast, but really we are testing the equipment. Light the Way is more than a festival, we are on a mission to Take Church Outside the Walls, one Concert & Festival at a time! Come See us on July 7-8th in Springfield, Mo. The 2023 Light the Way Festival Tickets are coming soon! www.lightthewayministry.comCheck out Light the Way on Social MediaTikTok: https://vm.tiktok.com/ZMeYnD1xF/​​Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lighttheway...Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LightTheWayM...Twitter: https://twitter.com/Lightthewaymin​​Light The Way Ministry is a NonProfit organization serving as a 501c3, by “Taking Church Outside the Walls.” Our mission is to spread the Light and Hope of Jesus Christ. Light the Way Ministry is known as Missouri's Largest 2-Day Christian Music Festival.In addition to our Main two-day Festival, we're branching out and expanding our Ministry to multiple locations for one-day concerts, festivals, and outreach events around the Region!Light The Way Ministry provides events drawing thousands to enjoy the highest caliber of Christian entertainment and value for the benefit of empowering hope for the hopeless and light for the lost.Our staff and volunteers work year-round bringing communities, churches, people, families, and businesses together for the greater cause of sharing the life-changing message of the Gospel of Jesus Christ.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/backstagewithjw/donations