Presscapades with DeWayne Hamby

In episode 10, DeWayne travels to Beverly Hills to paticipate in a roundtable discussion with Denzel Washington and Dan Gilroy about the film 'Roman J. Israel, Esquire' and the conversation quickly turned to elements of Christian faith, including Bible reading, devotions, the End Times, and even social media and technology. Denzel shares a prophecy he received when he was 20 about preaching and his mom's reminder to be about his Father's business. I hope you enjoy this fascinating conversation with the two-time Academy Award-winning actor and the talented writer and director of the new film. 

In the 10th episode of The DeWayne Hamby podcast, DeWayne discusses The Price of Fame, releasing Nov. 7, with wrestling icon Ted DiBiase. The documentary about his life talks about the mistakes he made the power of forgiveness. Ted is also asked the best way to escape the dreaded "figure four" leg lock. 

On this episode of the podcast, DeWayne speaks with celebrated talk show host and entertainer Kathie Lee Gifford (TODAY, Regis and Kathie Lee) about her new children's musical The Little Giant, her new hit single "He Saw Jesus," Messianic Judaism, and her husband Frank. Kathie is a lot of fun and has so many interesting things to say about these projects and her faith. 

Mark Lee of Third Day joins DeWayne on the podcast to discuss his new book release Hurt Road, growing up and discovering his calling, the band's new record Revival, and highlights of 25 years in music. How close was DeWayne to actually becoming a member of the band? Why is the book called Hurt Road? Which Third Day record did he sing on? Which other Christian artist did Mark's contractor mistake him for? Listen and find out. 

What happens when you're the most popular actor of your generation but you're still searching for something nothing else has been able to satisfy? In this episode, DeWayne talks with special guest, Pastor Greg Laurie of the Harvest Crusades, about his new book Steve McQueen: The Salvation of an American Icon and upcoming documentary on the final days of the popular actor Steve McQueen (The Magnificent Seven, The Great Escape, The Towering Inferno, Bullit). 

DeWayne welcomes acclaimed worship leader Darlene Zschech, whose latest project is Here Am I, Send Me (Integrity Music). They talk about the importance of proclaiming in worship music, Darlene's recent cancer battle and recovery, mentoring in worship and writing the worship standard "Shout to the Lord." 

Kelly Asbury, director of Smurfs: The Lost Village, talks with DeWayne about the process of rebooting the beloved Smurfs franchise, working with his team of animators and voice actors Julia Roberts and Rainn Wilson, his longtime love of animation and how he got started in the business. 

In a special epsiode centered on the film The Shack, relaeasing in theaters Friday, March 3, DeWayne speaks with the film's star Sam Worthington (Avatar, Hacksaw Ridge), the book's author William P. Young, and the film's co-producer Lani Netter. DeWayne also tells a story about his first international interview...with Sinead O'Connor. 

In this episode, DeWayne interviews Coach Bobby Bowden, legendary college football coach of Florida State University. Bowden is the subject of a new sports documentary, The Bowden Dynasty, which premiered in theaters in January and is releasing on home video Feb. 22. Bowden talks about his life, his Christian witness, his career in football and even his friend Burt Reynolds. 

In the second episode, DeWayne welcomes David Oyelowo, star of the new Fox Searchlight film, A United Kingdom and other films such as Selma, Captive, Queen of Katwe, Insterstellar, Jack Reacher, Rise of the Planet of the Apes, and The Butler. David shares about his preparation for the film, his selection of movie roles, and how his Christian faith impacts his career. DeWayne and LeAnn also discuss the inspiring historical drama, which is the true story of Prince Seretse Khama of Botswana and his wife, Ruth (played by Rosamund Pike). 

In the first episode of The DeWayne Hamby podcast, DeWayne is joined by singer/musician/actor Harry Connick, Jr., who talks about his television show Harry, and gospel music pioneer CeCe Winans discussing her newest project Let Them Fall In Love. DeWayne and his special cohost also discuss the outcome of the 'Big Game' and some of the more memorable commercials.