Podcast appearances and mentions of Jamie Macdonald

Maybe you’re living out a story that doesn’t look like you imagined. You had dreams, you had desires, you had plans … and your life seems to have fallen flat. You’ve been left wanting – left waiting – left wondering. When will things change for you? How much longer do you have to wait? What if what you want will never happen? Then what? Will you just be miserable? Or what if it does change? What if your waiting is over. What if the very thing you’ve always wanted is on it’s way to you now, it’s literally happening. Then what? Will you finally be happy? One thing I know for sure – we’re in a continual pursuit of what we think will make us happy, and that mark constantly moves. Most of us literally woke up surrounded by answers to the very prayers we once prayed. Yet we didn’t wake up feeling like we have it all. The mark moved. The distant land of happiness is still just out of your reach. But you tell yourself when you finally get there life will be so good. It’s almost like the end of the rainbow. It looks like it’s just right over there. Like you can walk right to it. But when you get there, the end of the rainbow has moved on you, so you never quite arrive. Within our Bible is the story of a woman who waited well. A woman who was brutally honest with God instead of faking her way through it. And a woman who finally got what she wanted and shows us precisely what to do then. That woman is Hannah. Her story is found in 1 Samuel chapters 1 and 2. Hannah was married to a man with one of those really hard to pronounce names, so we will just call him E. E had two wives, Hannah and Peninnah. Hannah was the one E really loved, but Peninnah was the one who had given him children. Verse 5 says, “The Lord had closed her womb.” Why wasn’t she able to have children? It’s actually very clear. The Lord had closed her womb. Now of course to us that doesn’t seem fair. Why? That’s what Hannah was asking as well. And guess what? God didn’t fault her for asking. He doesn’t find fault in our asking either. You can ask God why. Why are you left waiting? Why has your life turned in a direction you would have never asked for? What do you have to do to get this to change for you? Here’s what I notice in these stories in our Bible – if our questioning is directed to God, it is always handled with care and powerful resolve. God always makes a way, or He reveals how His way is for a greater purpose. It’s never left unresolved. He answers. But the issue becomes when we’re turning to anyone or anything other than God for solutions to our problems. In your wait – in your struggle – in your trial – who are you bringing your questioning to? Where are you going when you are seeking? Those self-help books are not your answer. That relationship isn’t your answer. That promotion isn’t your answer. That number on the scale isn’t your answer. That next accomplishment isn’t your answer. Your answer is God. Hannah could have become bitter. She could have become resentful. She could have given up on God altogether. Instead, she ran to Him. At this time in history, once a year you could go up where the priest was and offer a sacrifice and worship the Lord. Yes, just once a year. Every year when Hannah would go to worship the Lord, there E’s other wife would be as well. And there, Peninnah, the wife with children, would poke at her. Verses 6-7, “Because the Lord had closed Hannah’s womb, her rival kept provoking her in order to irritate her. This went on year after year. Whenever Hannah went up to the house of the Lord, her rival provoked her till she wept and would not eat.” Every time Hannah went to worship God, she was only reminded of what she didn’t have. Reminded of what she wanted but still lacked. Reminded of her struggle, her short-coming, and her future that looked nothing like she had imagined. Year after year. Prayer after prayer. Disappointment after disappointment. But you know what she didn’t stop doing – she didn’t stop going to worship God. She didn’t sit in her hurt, wallow in her disappointment, and give up on God. She kept going to worship. Even when this awful woman would be there. Even when she was reminded of what she didn’t have. SHE KEPT GOING TO GOD. Girl, whatever you’re waiting on, you keep going to God. Don’t let anyone discourage you. Don’t let anyone or anything get in your way of going to God. Now, this part of the story shows us our most important move. Verse 10, “In her deep anguish Hannah prayed to the Lord, weeping bitterly.” She didn’t hold it in. She didn’t pretend like she was okay. She let it all out. She was desperate before the Lord. Jamie Macdonald has a song called Desperate. Girl, cry out those words to God if you’re waiting for him. Don’t hold it in. Don’t pretend like you’re okay when you’re not. I’m at the end of myself and I’m Tired, I’ve tried all that I know to do Right now it’s just by a thread but I’m I’m hanging on to you I’m running out of hope I need a miracle And if I ever needed you, it’s right now Oh God, I’m desperate Down on my knees Send help from heaven ‘Cause that’s what I need Redeem this wreckage Restore my peace I’m not asking, I’m begging Lord, come through for me I need heaven and I’m Desperate Get desperate before God. Hannah was so desperate before God, praying, begging, crying, the priest thought she was drunk. No, Hannah wasn’t drunk, she was desperate. Girl, let yourself be desperate for God. Stop trying to hold it all together. Stop pretending you’re okay. Stop with the facade. Get real before the Lord. If you’re not fine, stop saying you are. Somewhere along the way we’ve gotten the idea that faith means pretending we’re fine. Hannah would disagree. Faith isn’t pretending you’re okay. Faith is bringing your honest heart before a faithful God. God can handle your questions. He can handle your tears. He can handle your disappointment. He’s not intimidated by any of it. And perhaps this is what you need to hear today—you don’t have to fake contentment while you’re waiting. God isn’t asking you to pretend you don’t care. He’s asking you to bring what you care about to Him. Notice what happened after Hannah prayed. She didn’t immediately become pregnant. Her circumstances hadn’t changed. God hadn’t yet answered her prayer. But here’s what she did after she cried out to the Lord – verse 18, “She went her way and ate something, and her face was no longer downcast.” Something shifted in Hannah. She no longer carried this burden. She had left this in the hands of God. Let me tell you something—whatever you’re waiting on, whatever you’re hoping for, whatever you’re desperate for—it is perfectly held in the hands of God. PUT IT THERE. And when you do, your circumstances may not change immediately, but you can feel different. You can feel lighter. You can live better. At that point, nothing had changed, but Hannah had. She walked into God’s presence carrying her burden, and she walked out having left it there. I wonder if that’s what God is inviting some of us to do today—not to stop wanting what we want, but to stop carrying what He has invited us to surrender. You don’t have to know what God is going to do next. You simply have to know where to go while you’re waiting. Go to Him. So how does the story end? Well, it’s easy to say the story ends with God giving Hannah what she had begged Him for. Verse 20 says, “So in the course of time Hannah became pregnant and gave birth to a son. She named him Samuel, saying, ‘Because I asked the Lord for him.'” The end of the rainbow? No. This isn’t the end. Let me tell you what Hannah did after she got what she had waited for so long. Let me tell you what she did when the Lord answered and her story changed. Verse 27, Hannah goes to worship the Lord and she once again prays, “I prayed for this child, and the Lord has granted me what I asked of him. So now I GIVE HIM TO THE LORD. For his whole life he will be given over to the Lord.” In chapter 2, her prayer continues, “My heart rejoices in the Lord; in the Lord my horn is lifted high. I delight in your deliverance.” Who is Hannah worshiping? The Lord. And here’s where we often mess up—God gives us what we asked for, our prayers are answered, we’re living in His blessing, and that thing becomes our god. Our focus shifts to what God gave us instead of the God who gave it to us. Whatever God does for you, make sure you give it back to Him. Don’t let your blessing take the place of the Blessor. And maybe that’s been God’s invitation all along. When you don’t have it—trust Him. When you’re waiting—trust Him. When He says no—trust Him. When He says not yet—trust Him. And when He says yes—trust Him still. Hannah teaches us that contentment isn’t found in finally getting what you’ve always wanted. If it were, she would have ended her story in chapter 1 holding Samuel in her arms. Instead, she begins chapter 2 with her hands lifted in worship. Her greatest joy wasn’t that she had a son. Her greatest joy was that she had her God. Perhaps that’s the secret of contentment. It’s not found in getting the life you imagined. It’s found in knowing the God who is writing your story. Whether you’re in chapter 1 weeping bitterly or chapter 2 singing joyfully, He is still worthy. He is still good. And He is still enough. So bring Him your waiting. Bring Him your questions. Bring Him your disappointments. Bring Him your answered prayers. Put it all in His hands and leave it there. Because the greatest gift God will ever give you isn’t what comes from His hand—it’s His hand itself. 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I'm so happy to be here with you today to catch up with another artist friend who's putting out incredible music in the world! Jamie MacDonald is a singer-songwriter with a powerful story of faith, perseverance, and finding hope in unexpected places. Her music has connected with listeners who need honest reminders that God is present even in the middle of life's hardest moments.  We're talking about her journey of going from a back-up singer to selling out tours, what brought her back to Nashville, prison ministry, and what she's learned on the other side of fear.  Find the show notes here . . . . Thank you to our sponsors: This podcast is sponsored by BetterHelp: Sign up and get 10% off at BetterHelp.com/thatsoundsfun. WayFair: Head to Wayfair.com right now to shop all things home and get your space ready for less. AG1: Visit drinkag1.com/SOUNDSFUN to get a free AG1 Travel Case with 7 free AG1 Travel Packs in your Welcome Kit with your first AG1 subscription order while supplies last.  Helix: Go to helixsleep.com/thatsoundsfun for  20% off sitewide, 25% Luxe Mattresses and 30% off Elite Mattresses! The Wonder Project: Subscriber support makes more great content like I Gotta Ask with Annie F. Downs possible. The Wonder Project subscription on Prime Video is available in the U.S. for $8.99/month or $89.99/year after a 7-day free trial. Visit IGottaAsk.com to learn more! Shopify: Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial and start selling today at Shopify.com/soundsfun⁠. Boll and Branch: Get 15% off your first order plus free shipping at BollAndBranch.com/thatsoundsfun with code thatsoundsfun. Capstone Wellness: Learn more at capstonewellness.com/thatsoundsfun. NYTimes bestselling Christian author, speaker, and host of popular Christian podcast, That Sounds Fun Podcast, Annie F. Downs shares with you some of her favorite things: new books, faith conversations, entertainers not to miss, and interviews with friends. Sign up to receive the AFD Week In Review email and ask questions to future guests! #thatsoundsfunpodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Des and the teams break up the week's news: the presumptive prime minister Andy Burnham's plans, Steve Clarke standing down as the manager of Scotland's men's team, plans to connect islands in Shetland with undersea tunnels, the cost of weddings and more.Lead writer: Madeleine Brettingham Additional material: Iain Christie, Rebecca Bain & Alex Garrick Wright, Claire Cox, Nathan Cowley, Robbie Fox, Dominic McGladdery, Alan Hazlie, Nik Ilukkumbure, Lucy Rycroft-Smith and Chris Willshaw.Producer: Chris Quilietti Senior Producer: Lauren Mackay Researcher: Jodie White Script Editor: Keiron NicholsonAn Eco-Audio certified Production

recorded April 5, 2025

Join William Ryan III as he counts down this week's biggest songs in Christian music on 20 The Countdown Magazine! This week, there's a new song making its debut in the Top 20, while several artists continue their climb toward the top of the chart. You'll hear music from Matthew West, CeCe Winans, Elevation Rhythm, Zach Williams, MercyMe, Elevation Worship, Phil Wickham, We The Kingdom, Josiah Queen, Jamie MacDonald, Tauren Wells, and more. Along the way, we'll hear about CAIN's upcoming Live and in Worship Tour, Leanna Crawford's new behind-the-scenes video series leading up to her upcoming album, and Anne Wilson celebrating the release of her brand-new book, *Rebel*. Plus, we'll introduce this week's Future Fan Favorite nominees and reveal which station we're recognizing as our Station of the Week. 20 The Countdown Magazine is listener-supported. Visit 20thecountdown.com to help us with our mission of spreading the Gospel around the world through music, one countdown at a time!

Des and the teams break up the biggest news of the week, including developments in the Middle East, reaching the far side of the moon and paranormal activities.Lead Writer: Claire CoxAdditional Material: Luke Richards, Jo Cunningham, Lee Jevon & Garth ApThomas, Chris Ballard, Rachel Powell, Gregor Paton, Matt Reed, Nathan Cowley, James Docherty, Al Gordon, Roisin Caird.Producer: Chris Quilietti Senior producer: Lauren Mackay Researcher: Jodie White Script editor: Keiron NicholsonAn Eco-Audio certified Production

This week on 20 The Countdown Magazine, there's a lot happening across the chart, including some big movement in the top 10 and a few standout songs continuing to build momentum. We've got brand new music making waves, plus a strong showing from some of your favorite artists like TobyMac, Chris Tomlin, and MercyMe. Plus, our Future Fan Favorite winner goes to Jamie MacDonald with “Ain't No Way,” and we've got two new songs up for your vote from Ryan Stevenson and David Leonard. We're also celebrating Easter weekend with a special 20XTRA from Phil Wickham, and highlighting our Station of the Week, KICY, serving listeners in Alaska and beyond. And as always, we're counting down the 20 biggest songs in Christian music… all leading up to this week's number one. 20 The Countdown Magazine is listener-supported. Visit 20thecountdown.com to help us with our mission of spreading the Gospel around the world through music, one countdown at a time!

This week on 20 The Countdown Magazine, there's plenty happening across the chart as familiar favorites hold strong, new momentum builds, and a few songs make important moves toward the top

This week on 20 The Countdown Magazine, MercyMe has a big night at the Grand Ole Opry celebrating the upcoming I Can Only Imagine 2, and Bart Millard gets to watch his son make his Opry debut. Lauren Daigle checks another iconic venue off the list with a stunning performance at Carnegie Hall alongside Jamie MacDonald, and we tag along with CAIN for a Disney birthday celebration. There's a lot of movement inside the Top 10, a powerful Future Fan Favorite from Brian and Katie Torwalt, and your votes are now open between new music from Tasha Layton and Cochren & Co. Plus, the 20 Throwback takes us back to 2016 for the song that introduced many of us to Zach Williams. All that, along with the 20 biggest songs in Christian music this week, counted down from coast to coast. 20 The Countdown Magazine is listener-supported. Visit 20thecountdown.com to help us with our mission of spreading the Gospel around the world through music, one countdown at a time!

On today's show, we chat with one of the biggest voices in Christian music, Jamie MacDonald's story is one of raw redemption. Kicked out of her Michigan home at just 15 for singing, Jamie walked through years of instability and addiction before choosing recovery at 21—a decision that changed everything. Music became her lifeline, a place to process pain, rediscover hope, and find purpose. Her breakout single “Desperate,” a heartfelt cry of grief and hope, spent seven weeks at No. 1 on the Billboard and Mediabase Christian AC charts and was later reimagined with GRAMMY® winner Lauren Daigle. Now signed to Capitol CMG and preparing to release her self-titled debut album on January 23, 2026, Jamie's journey comes full circle—proof that God can turn even the deepest pain into purpose.@jamiemacdonaldmusicchristianmusicguys.com@christianmusicguys

This week, we welcome Ben Higgins back to the show—entrepreneur, author, and former star of The Bachelor who has turned public fame into a platform for authentic connection. Ben shares why true connection can’t be found through screens or status, but through honest conversation and shared life with others. Later in the episode, we’ll hear from Nashville singer-songwriter Jamie MacDonald. From growing up in a home where singing wasn’t allowed to standing on stages sharing songs of hope, Jamie’s story is a powerful reminder that some voices are too full of light to stay silent. Links, Products, and Resources Mentioned: Jesus Calling Podcast Jesus Calling Jesus Always Jesus Listens Past interview: Ali Gilkeson Upcoming interview: Jordan Smith Jesus Listens: Prayers for Every Season Ben Higgins Generous Coffee Alone in Plain Sight www.thebenhiggins.com www.generouscoffee.com Jamie MacDonald Michael W. Smith Stephen Curtis Chapman www.jamiemacdonaldmusic.com Interview Quotes: “There’s still this piece of our heart that screams out to sit beside somebody else, to look somebody else in the eye, to ask them the questions that actually matter. I think we’re seeing that even when everything’s handed to us, there’s still something missing, which is the connection to humans face-to-face.” - Ben Higgins “I think if you want to really get to know somebody, if you really want for somebody to get to know you, you have to let them see the stop moments of your life. You have to be able to sit with them in their roughest seasons and their most joyous seasons and celebrate when joy is at the table and also mourn with them when maybe mourning is necessary.” - Ben Higgins “Life doesn’t give us the gift of hiding out when pain is at the forefront of our experience. I think we’ve all learned that when pain is a part of our life, sitting alone in that is not the most healing. It is getting with people who can relate. It is speaking to professionals who can process. It is getting around friendships who can love on you and getting around family who can give you a hug.” - Ben Higgins “When divisiveness is no longer the common thread amongst us as humans, I think we’re going to really look back on a time where we maybe burnt too many bridges and be embarrassed by that. I want to hopefully give people the warning to not jump too quickly into cutting everybody out that they don’t agree with.” - Ben Higgins “Being in the public eye has taught me that the more vulnerable I become and the more outspoken I become on the things that are tough in my life, the more connected I feel to others because there’s other people dealing with it also.” - Ben Higgins “I knew I felt good singing. It’s the one thing that brought me the most joy throughout some of my lonely, hardest times when I was young. It brought me happiness and peace. And it was also a way to encounter God’s presence.” - Jamie MacDonald “There were just a lot of miracles that [God] did in my life to get me out of that place, and it’s been a slow, steady climb—a lot of behind the scenes work that He’s done in my heart to heal me and all the identity issues that come with letting your life hit the bottom.” - Jamie MacDonald “Singing in the prison really gave me courage again and hope to sing, and it really gave me my why. When they sing in there, there’s no cameras, there’s nobody putting them on YouTube. It’s all for the Lord, and it’s an encounter with God’s presence and a ministry to each other.” - Jamie MacDonald “I think where all of the best songs come from is when you can be yourself and you’re not trying to reach a certain audience necessarily or trying to be commercial.” - Jamie MacDonald “God is really good at picking up the broken pieces and making it into something beautiful. I want people to know that it’s never too late, and no matter what you’ve done in your life, when you give it to Jesus and you turn to Him and you confess and you give Him those things, He chooses to forget them.” - Jamie MacDonald ________________________ Enjoy watching these additional videos from Jesus Calling YouTube channel! Audio Episodes: https://bit.ly/3zvjbK7 Bonus Podcasts: https://bit.ly/3vfLlGw Jesus Listens: Stories of Prayer: https://bit.ly/3Sd0a6C Peace for Everyday Life: https://bit.ly/3zzwFoj Peace in Uncertain Times: https://bit.ly/3cHfB6u What’s Good? https://bit.ly/3vc2cKj Enneagram: https://bit.ly/3hzRCCY ________________________ Connect with Jesus Calling Instagram Facebook Twitter Pinterest YouTube Website TikTok Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

It's our Year End Countdown, counting down the biggest Christian songs of 2025. From breakthrough artists to familiar favorites, this special episode highlights the songs that defined the year and the moments listeners connected with most. You'll hear chart topping hits from Phil Wickham, Crowder, Brandon Lake, Jamie MacDonald, MercyMe, TobyMac, and more, plus two Future Fan Favorite winners that made their mark along the way. Whether these songs carried you through a tough season, a moment of worship, or a drive you'll never forget, this countdown is a celebration of the music and messages that shaped 2025. Thanks for listening, and for being part of the 20 The Countdown Magazine family. 20 The Countdown Magazine is listener-supported. Visit 20thecountdown.com to help us with our mission of spreading the Gospel around the world through music, one countdown at a time!

This week on 20 The Countdown Magazine, the chart shifted again with solid climbs from Jeremy Camp, Phil Wickham, Josiah Queen with Brandon Lake, and steady momentum from Crowder. Jamie MacDonald came into the week defending her #1 spot, and the only way to know if she keeps it is to listen. Our 20XTRA feature this week comes from Rachel Lampa with Stacie Orrico and their track “Blessed.” You can vote now for next week's Future Fan Favorite pick between Danny Gokey's “The Moment The Whole World Changed” and Sanctus Real's “Hope Begins.” We also highlight our Station of the Week, Extreme Online Radio in the Philippines, led by Macgerald Buguay. They're one of seven stations in the country airing 20, and they joined the family just a few weeks ago. 20 The Countdown Magazine is listener-supported. Visit 20thecountdown.com to help us with our mission of spreading the Gospel around the world through music, one countdown at a time!

This week's countdown is packed with new debuts. Jamie MacDonald continues to surprise people with a breakout hit, and Jeremy Camp storms into the top five with serious momentum. Anne Wilson shows up with a powerful story behind her new song, and Lauren Daigle nudges her way into the top ten again. 20 The Countdown Magazine is listener-supported. Visit 20thecountdown.com to help us with our mission of spreading the Gospel around the world through music, one countdown at a time!

Just how easy, or difficult, is it to use trains if you're blind or partially sighted? RNIB Connect Radio's Allan Russell spoke with actor and comedian Jamie MacDonald, to get his words of wisdom and warning! To learn more about Jamie, go to www.jamiemacdonaldcomedian.com #RNIBConnect Image Shows A Smiling Jamie MacDonald Wearing A Grey Jumper

Jamie MacDonald und Lauren Daigle singen von Trost in tiefster Verzweiflung. (Autor: Delia Emmerich)

Jamie MacDonald und Lauren Daigle singen von Trost in tiefster Verzweiflung. (Autor: Delia Emmerich)

Des and the teams break up the week's big news. Including: the dispute between Holyrood and Westminster over the bill for Trump's visit to Scotland, a heist at the Louvre Museum in Paris, changes to some of the nation's favorite biscuits, a new threat to Scotland's green spaces, late-night talk show host Jimmy Fallon's visit to Royal Deeside and more. Lead Writer: Elaine Malcolmson Additional material: Chris Ballard, Jennifer Walker, Barry Dunstall, Archie Keen, Nathan Cowley, Gregor Paton, Mike Shephard, Cooper Mawhinney Sweryt, Rebecca Bain & Alex Garrick Wright, Duane Roft and Jon Paisley.Producer: Chris Quilietti Senior Producer: Lauren Mackay Series Producer: David Flynn Researcher: Jodie White Script Editor: Keiron NicholsonAn Eco-Audio certified Production.

Actor and comedian Jamie MacDonald sits down with RNIB Connect Radio's Allan Russell for a new series looking at life as a blind person. As you'd expect, their chat has a slightly tongue in cheek take on each topic… For more on Jamie, go to www.jamiemacdonaldcomedian.com Image: A photo of Jamie. Jamie smiles posing in a grey jumper in front of a grey background.

"My life was changed when I stepped into the water." - Jamie MacDonald on her new song "Left It In The River." Christian singer and songwriter Jamie Macdonald joins Shannon to share why she surrendered her music career to God. She discusses the importance of faith when she battled a turbulent season in her life, and the influence her relationship with God has on the music she creates. After the loss of her father, Jamie shares how she reconnected to music, drawing on her own experiences to write songs that can provide comfort to people. She also shares how faith and forgiveness helped her reunite with her mother.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Singer/ Songwriter Jamie MacDonald joins Marci in the Artist Hallway on this episode! Her journey to releasing her own music is a story of faith, surrender, and God's perfect timing. Jamie opens up about a deeply personal season of caring for her father towards the end of his life. This step of faith brought reconciliation and much-needed healing to her heart and ultimately led to Jamie stepping fully into the calling God had placed on her life.Her latest single playing on YNOP is Left It in the River, a song that captures the heart of redemption and freedom in Christ. Listen in for a story that will encourage your faith, and a song that you'll wanna hear over and over again. Make sure you tune into Your Network of Praise to hear Jamie's music and more!

How did Jamie MacDonald get on at this year's Edinburgh Fringe Festival? Amelia learned more about his highlights, navigating around the city and his upcoming projects. Learn more about Jamie on his website - Jamie MacDonald - comedian, writer, actor and voice over artist You can see Jamie perform his show in London on the 19th September - Jamie MacDonald: Toxic Bastard | Underbelly Boulevard Soho Image shows the RNIB Connect Radio logo. On a white background ‘RNIB' written in bold black capital letters and underline with a bold pink line. Underneath the line: ‘Connect Radio' is written in black in a smaller font. 

Clive Anderson hosts a Loose Ends party with some of the many musicians, comedians, writers and stars of the stage lighting up the Edinburgh Festivals.Ruth Jones' latest book By Your Side is partly set in Scotland, and she'll be in the capital sharing some of her pet peeves that have found their way on to its pages. Comedian and actor Jordan Gray is having a busy summer, her new sitcom Transaction hit our screens in June and her stage show promises to be her rootin-est, tootin-est, shootin-est hour of musical comedy so far. Stand-up Jamie MacDonald doesn't want being blind to shut down his opportunities to be loathsome and toxic. Plus comedian Dylan Adler on growing up one half of a pair of identical gay twins. With music from Hot Mess, a musical that rides the highs and lows of Earth and Humanity's passionate love affair, and Nigerian singer-songwriter James Emmanuel shares his love for Edinburgh, the city he now calls home. Presenter: Clive Anderson Producer: Caitlin Sneddon

Des Clarke hosts Scotland's award-winning satirical news quiz.

Jamie MacDonald is a world-renowned bowyer who carves primitive bows primarily from Pacific yew. He is most known for his English longbows, which he and his wife Jenna meticulously craft under the brand name of Ravenbeak Natureworks in Powell River, British Columbia. Together they offer regular bow carving workshops and sell Ravenbeak bows to discerning customers around the globe. Keeping Ravenbeak all in the family, they have brought all of the family into Ravenbeak: their daughter and son craft beautiful arrows and also trinkets from the leftover bits of yew. Please enjoy this episode of Project Quiver on Salish Wolf with Jamie MacDonald.          Links:https://www.ravenbeak.com/http://salishwolf.com/http://projectquiver.com/Summary:In this engaging conversation, Jamie and Todd reconnect after several years, discussing the growth of their eco-conscious community, their recent family adventures in South America, and the intricacies of bow making. They explore themes of sustainability, community living, and the importance of family bonding through travel and shared experiences. The conversation also delves into the craftsmanship of bow making, highlighting innovative techniques and the significance of naming each bow, reflecting their unique stories and the connection to nature. This conversation also explores the origins of the Ravenbeak brand and the unique qualities of yew wood. They discuss the transition into bow making, the challenges and joys of running a family business, and the deep connections formed through archery. The conversation highlights the craftsmanship involved in creating traditional bows and the personal stories that shape the art of bow making.Show Notes:The community has grown to include eight full-time families.They focus on natural building techniques and sustainability.The community is currently in a 'nourishment phase' to reconnect and stabilize.They have built six new houses using eco-friendly materials.The family took a five-month trip to South America for surfing and cultural experiences.They prioritize affordability and support within the community.The bow-making business has been running for over a decade.Jenna and Ravenbeak collaborate effectively in their bow-making business.They have introduced innovative designs in bow craftsmanship.The naming of bows reflects a deep connection to history and mythology. Naming bows helps in teaching and communication.Ravenbeak's brand story is deeply connected to nature.Yew wood is the primary material for bow making.The journey of bow making began with a significant yew tree.Teaching workshops has been a fulfilling part of the business.Building bows requires a blend of art and science.The importance of community and connections in archery.Family involvement is crucial in the business.The transition to full-time bow making was supported by parental leave.Craftsmanship in bow making is a lifelong learning process.Chapters:00:00 Reconnecting and Community Updates02:37 Building an Eco-Conscious Community05:40 Community Dynamics and Growth08:38 Sustainable Living and Natural Building11:32 Traveling to South America17:25 Surfing Adventures and Family Bonding23:16 Homeschooling Journey and Future Plans26:27 Bow Making Business Insights29:15 The Art of Collaboration in Bow Making30:38 Transitioning from Custom to Stock Bows33:02 Workshops: Teaching the Craft of Bow Making34:53 The Journey of Bow Ownership and Teaching36:24 Innovations in Bow Design: Mosaic Inlays40:56 The Significance of Naming Bows44:40 The Craft of Wood Burning and Personalization48:16 The Genesis of the Ravenbeak Brand54:16 The Connection to Yew Wood and Bow Making59:42 The Journey of Bow Making01:04:21 Learning and Teaching Bow Making01:09:03 Transitioning to Full-Time Bowyer01:15:40 Building a Bow Business01:22:55 Exploring Bow Design and Materials01:30:11 The Art of Tiller and War Bows01:37:18 Family and Community in Bow Making

Send us a textHave you ever been in a wilderness season for an extended period of time? I'm in one now, and Jamie MacDonald's song Desperate resonated deeply with me. When we explore the stories of desperate people in Scripture, we find that God consistently shows up in powerful ways. This week, we follow the example of one such person—the Shunammite woman in 2 Kings—and discover how faith-fueled contentment can coexist with crisis.Scripture References2 Kings 4:8-37Key PointsDesperation comes in many forms. Scripture reveals both positive and negative responses to desperation—such as the woman with the issue of blood versus Esau trading his birthright for a bowl of stew.Faith-fueled contentment is not denial. The Shunammite woman's “all is well” was not a pep talk—it was a declaration rooted in deep faith.Desperation doesn't have to drive you from God—it can drive you to Him. In her moment of crisis, the Shunammite woman didn't send word—she went to the prophet herself and clung to his feet.Unmet desires don't negate contentment. Even though she didn't ask for a son, the longing was still there—and God met it. But when the promise seemed lost, she chose action rooted in belief.Observing biblical narrative carefully leads to powerful insight. Repetition, character details, and implied time gaps all deepen our understanding of the text and help us engage more fully.Bible Interaction Tool Exercises (BITEs) UsedRead in context – Engage with the full narrative in 2 Kings 4:8-37.Repetition – Read and re-read the passage to become familiar with the details.Make observations – Write down what you notice in the text.Use your imagination – Picture the setting and feel the emotions in the scene.Define words – Look up and explore both meanings and antonyms.Consider the opposite – What does it mean not to be desperate? What does contentment look like?Use the SPECK method: S – Is there a sin to avoid?P – Is there a promise revealed?E – Is there an example to follow?C – Is there a command to obey?K – What should I know about God?Additional ResourcesLyrics and chords - New Release TodayMy friend Denise Pass's book Make Up Your Mind and her speaking live on the Shunammite woman has informed this episode - link to Make Up Your MindFree Episode Guide Logos Bible Software Affiliate Link resources - Logos Bible Software Affiliate LinkThis Week's ChallengeRead this narrative for yourself in 2 Kings 4:8-37. Give yourself permission to slow down and imagine the details (written, implied, and in between the lines). Read this narrative repetitively and talk about it with a friend. Make some observations and write them down. Then consider what you've observed in the Shunammite woman that can serve as an example for your life and respond accordingly. If you'd like a guide to walk you through this, download the free episode guPurchase your copy of A Seat at the Table today! Change your music. Change your life. Join my free 30-Day Music Challenge. CLICK HERE.

How does a high school dropout who sang backup for local rappers end up with a #1 Christian song called "Desperate"? Jamie MacDonald shares one of the most powerful and honest testimonies you will ever hear. In this episode, she pulls back the curtain on her incredible journey, from a troubled childhood and years of struggling with drugs and alcohol, to the moment at age 21 when she hit "low enough" and cried out to God to rescue her. Let's go to the Story House!

For this episode of 5 O' Clock Apron Podcast, number 4 in a series of 10, Claire travels to Sheffield to cook with the comedian Jaime Macdonald. Jamie is blind, extremely tall and very, very funny. The front door opens and out jumps Jamie's new puppy as the recording begins. Claire is armed with some ingredients that Jamie has asked her to bring along to cook with. It's a lean shopping list, to say the least and it has Claire asking questions from the off. Some Sea Bass, half a packet of Orzo, three Leeks and a jar of Cream Fraiche, but that's just the beginning, far from it, ‘Nduja, Lemons, good Olive Oil and a remarkable set of weighing scales that can talk are soon wielded.   Cooking alongside Jamie was a riot. Lots of laughter, obviously, the pair discuss Edinburgh fringe, toxic masculinity, wild swimming, noisy owls, so-called Scottish risotto as cooked by his mum circa 1980s and Claire asks the silliest question Jamie has ever been asked. All the while, the fish gets fried, the orzo cooked along with the leeks, ‘Nduja and crème fraiche and together Jamie and Claire make lunch to eat in the sunshine.   It was a tonic to cook with Jamie, and apart from his talking measuring scales (Claire wants a set!), Jamie cooks exactly as anyone with sight would cook. Taste, as all good cooks know, is crucial, and Jamie has great taste, in abundance. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jamie MacDonald shares her story of redemption, recovery, healing, and belonging with Sadie in this special conversation. From living in a house where her stepdad told her no music was allowed to now being a singer-songwriter, Jamie says she never doubted that God had a bigger plan for her life, even though she tried doing it her way for a long time. And now, while she says she still doesn't feel "qualified" to share about the Lord, her story and her gift of music and songwriting speak volumes about God's enduring power and love — and about how He uses her weakness to demonstrate it all. Sadie and Jamie talk about their moments of surrendering to God, their experiences being on tour, and Sadie shares why reading her Bible just for herself right now has been such a gift.  https://drinklmnt.com/whoa — Get a free LMNT Sample Pack with any purchase! https://liberty.edu/Sadie — Get your application fee WAIVED when you start your future with Liberty University today! https://drinkag1.com/whoa — Get a FREE bottle of AG D3K2, an AG1 Welcome Kit, AND 5 of the upgraded AG1 travel packs with your first order. - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Author Corey Danna & Instagram Blogger Fred Andersson (Schmollywood Babylon) join me to highlight our favorite moments in the BEST OF THE BEST martial arts movie series.   Then stay tuned afterwards for an interview with Martial Arts Filmbuffs Christopher Evans & Jamie MacDonald as they illustrate how their new Alain Bannion book series was inspired by these kinds of movies.   CHECK THEM OUT AT THE UPCOMING U.K. MAS EVENT: ⁠https://www.theukmas.co.uk/⁠       BUY THE BOOK HERE: ⁠https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DR67MN86?ref=cm_sw_r_ffobk_mwn_dp_7QN1V7Q2B4YWHXY4TWAM&ref_=cm_sw_r_ffobk_mwn_dp_7QN1V7Q2B4YWHXY4TWAM&social_share=cm_sw_r_ffobk_mwn_dp_7QN1V7Q2B4YWHXY4TWAM&language=en-US&skipTwisterOG=1&bestFormat=true⁠       MUSIC USED: "Best of the Best" by Stubblefield & Hall   "Tales of Power" by Jim Capaldi   "Best of the Best II OST" by David Michael Frank           MAIN LINKS:  LinkTree: ⁠https://linktr.ee/JURSPodcast⁠ Facebook Page: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/JackedUpReviewShow/⁠ Facebook Group: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/2452329545040913⁠ Twitter:⁠ https://twitter.com/JackedUpReview ⁠ Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/jacked_up_podcast/ ⁠       SHOW LINKS: YouTube: ⁠https://m.youtube.com/channel/UCIyMawFPgvOpOUhKcQo4eQQ⁠   iHeartRadio: ⁠https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-the-jacked-up-review-show-59422651/⁠   Podbean: ⁠https://jackedupreviewshow.podbean.com⁠   Spotify: ⁠https://open.spotify.com/show/7Eg8w0DNympD6SQXSj1X3M⁠   Apple Podcasts: ⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-jacked-up-review-show-podcast/id1494236218⁠   RadioPublic: ⁠https://radiopublic.com/the-jacked-up-review-show-We4VjE⁠   Overcast: ⁠https://overcast.fm/itunes1494236218/the-jacked-up-review-show-podcast⁠   Google Podcasts: ⁠https://podcasts.google.com/?feed=aHR0cHM6Ly9hbmNob3IuZm0vcy9hNDYyOTdjL3BvZGNhc3QvcnNz⁠   Anchor:  ⁠https://anchor.fm/s/a46297c/podcast/rss⁠   PocketCasts: ⁠https://pca.st/0ncd5qp4⁠   CastBox:  ⁠https://castbox.fm/channel/The-Jacked-Up-Review-Show-Podcast-id2591222⁠   Discord:  ⁠https://discord.com/channels/796154005914779678/796154006358851586⁠         #MovieReview #FilmTwitter #PodFamily #PodcastersOfInstagram #Movies #Film #Cinema #Music #Reviews #Retrospect #Podcasts #MutantFam #MutantFamily #actionmystery #bmovies #scifihorror #truecrime #historydramas #warmovies #podcastcollabs #hottakes #edgy #cultmovies #nsfw #HorrorFam #badass   

This week on 20 The Countdown Magazine, WR3 takes you through the top 20 songs in Christian music! We've got powerful moments from artists like Brandon Lake, Anne Wilson, Jamie MacDonald, and Jeremy Camp, plus the return of listener favorites like Katy Nichole and Seph Schlueter. You'll also hear inspiring behind-the-song stories, an encouraging listener message from halfway across the world, and an update on what Christian music artists are up to — including Phil Wickham, Jon Reddick, and Matthew West. We spotlight G2 Radio Network as our Station of the Week, and of course, reveal the winning Future Fan Favorite you voted for. Whether you've been with us from the beginning or just tuning in, this is a show full of truth, hope, and music that lifts your soul.20 The Countdown Magazine is listener-supported. Visit 20thecountdown.com to help us with our mission of spreading the Gospel around the world through music, one countdown at a time!

In this episode of Worship Is My Weapon, Rita Springer sits down with Jamie MacDonald, a worship leader and songwriter with a wild redemption story. From a childhood marked by instability, addiction, and rebellion, to hearing God's voice while high, Jamie opens up about how God met her in her darkest moments.Jamie shares how she went from selling drugs and running from her calling to rediscovering her faith, finding healing through music, missions, and prison ministry, and embracing God's purpose for her life.If you've ever felt like your story is too messy for God, this conversation will remind you: this isn't the end of your story.SPECIAL OFFERS:This episode is sponsored by EVERYPLATE! Start with 50% off your first box with code rita50 at https://get.everyplate.com/podcast. EveryPlate offer valid with auto-renewing subscription.

A beautiful new voice in Christian music, Jamie MacDonald didn't just happen overnight.A troubling childhood, a trip down a different path leading to a daily diet of drugs and alcohol. But like the prodigal child, she returned to God and laid her talents and His feet.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/what-else-with-corey-mann--5802358/support.

The song lyrics and their delivery grabbed my heart immediately. “Redeem this wreckage. Restore my peace. Oh God, I'm desperate…down on my knees…”. I think most of us have found ourselves at the point of sheer desperation at least once. Denise sat down with Capitol CMG recording artist, Jamie MacDonald, recently as Jamie shared her story and her life altering encounter with God.Stories that include church camp, Africa, prison and sardines?!! Plus, if you keep replaying the unkind words of others in your mind, Jamie tells what she did to break the cycle and let it go. You'll be so glad you spent 30 minutes with this incredibly gifted beautiful soul! You will definitely want to follow along on Jamie's journey!Follow Jamie MacDonald:Web: www.jamiemacdonaldmusic.com Instagram: @jamiemacdonaldmusicFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/jamielynmacdonaldYouTube: @jamiemacdonaldmusicDenise Harper's new book, “Treasured Inside - Devotions With Denise,” is available at Amazon, Apple, Target, and more. For more information, email Denise at: denise@wearethebridge.orgDid you know you can now watch Over the Rims of Mugs?Visit https://www.wearethebridge.org/mugsvideoPlease share Over the Rims of Mugs with a friend if you enjoyed this episode. Over the Rims of Mugs is still growing, and your positive review and 5-star rating would help.The Bridge Podcast Network is made possible by generous support from The Boardwalk Plaza Hotel and Victoria's Restaurant on the boardwalk in Rehoboth Beach, Delaware - Open 7 days a week, year-round - Learn more at https://boardwalkplaza.comFeedback, or Show Ideas? Send an email to podcast@wearethebridge.orgDownload The Bridge Mobile App to get the latest podcast episodes as soon as they are published!

Des Clarke hosts Scotland's award-winning satirical news quiz.

Jamie Macdonald breaks into our Top 10 after only 5 weeks of being on the countdown plus we have a new song from Elevation Rhythm debuting on the countdown that you have to hear!20 The Countdown Magazine is listener-supported. Visit 20thecountdown.com to help us with our mission of spreading the Gospel around the world through music, one countdown at a time!

Exprimimos el fantástico recopilatorio en forma de doble CD que celebra los 21 años del Cèilidh Trail, una iniciativa para poner en gira a jóvenes músicos escoceses, entre los que encontramos artistas de enorme calidad, muchos ya consagrados. Rematamos con el nuevo trabajo de los legendarios Tannahill Weavers y con músicas galesas inéditas grabadas en el último WOMEX. We delve into the fantastic double CD compilation celebrating 21 years of the Cèilidh Trail, an initiative to take young Scottish musicians on tour, featuring artists of great quality, many of whom are already well established. We wrap up with the latest work from the legendary Tannahill Weavers and previously unreleased Welsh music recorded at the last WOMEX. - Project Smok - Struan's - Cèilidh Air Chuairt: 21 years of the Fèis Rois Ceilidh Trail [V.A.] - Fraya Thomsen - Gun urra - Cèilidh Air Chuairt: 21 years of the Fèis Rois Ceilidh Trail [V.A.] - Brighde Chaimbeul and Innes White - Wee Donald - Cèilidh Air Chuairt: 21 years of the Fèis Rois Ceilidh Trail [V.A.] - Jamie MacDonald and Christian Gamauf - The boy's lament for his dragon - Cèilidh Air Chuairt: 21 years of the Fèis Rois Ceilidh Trail [V.A.] - Fras - Castlerock Road - Cèilidh Air Chuairt: 21 years of the Fèis Rois Ceilidh Trail [V.A.] - Rachel Newton - Gura muladoch sgith mi - Cèilidh Air Chuairt: 21 years of the Fèis Rois Ceilidh Trail [V.A.] - Roya MacLean - Reels - Cèilidh Air Chuairt: 21 years of the Fèis Rois Ceilidh Trail [V.A.] - Hecla - Father Eugene's - Cèilidh Air Chuairt: 21 years of the Fèis Rois Ceilidh Trail [V.A.] - Mairearad Green - Full tilt jigs - Cèilidh Air Chuairt: 21 years of the Fèis Rois Ceilidh Trail [V.A.] - The Tannahill Weavers - Tranquility - Solstice - Cerys Hafana – [directo en: / live at: WOMEX 2024] 📸 Hecla (Archie MacFarlane)

Jamie McDonald shares her profound journey through music, faith, and personal struggles. From her early love for singing to overcoming a tumultuous childhood, Jamie recounts how she rediscovered her passion for music and her faith in God, and her experiences in Africa, where she witnessed miraculous healings, transformed her understanding of faith and purpose. Ultimately, her story is one of redemption, healing, and the power of music changing lives.Show Notes: https://bit.ly/4if3nij 

After a successful 2024, That Funny Blind Guy is back on tour and one of his stops will be at the Glasgow Comedy Festival in March 2025. RNIB Connect Radio's Allan Russell spoke to Jamie MacDonald about his busy 2024, including Celebrity Master Chef, and how he gets ready for live audiences. To find out more about Jamie's work, go to www.jamiemacdonaldcomedian.com #RNIBConnect Image shows the RNIB Connect Radio logo. On a white background ‘RNIB' written in bold black capital letters and underline with a bold pink line. Underneath the line: ‘Connect Radio' is written in black in a smaller font. 

Des Clarke hosts Scotland's award-winning satirical news quiz.

Jamie is the owner of Ravenbeak Natureworks, he is renowned for his beautiful English Longbows and bowbuilding workshops.

Blind comedian Jamie MacDonald is turning his attention to the Master Chef kitchen this August and he spoke to RNIB Connect Radio's Allan Russell about the challenge and his latest stand up comedy work.  For more information about Jamie, go to www.jamiemacdonaldcomedian.com  #RNIBConnect  Image has Jamie showing off his MasterChef apron which he's wearing over a black t-shirt. He's posing inside the iconic studio-kitchen with the big blue and silver MasterChef logo embossed in the wall behind him. (Image credit: MasterChef)

This week, Des and the panel take a look at Scotland's hopes in Germany, the latest from the General Election, why people are turning away from news, plans for an Eden Project in Dundee, Vladimir Putin in North Korea and Tony award winner, Daniel Radcliffe.

Today we focus on the Davis community and connecting with others outside our bubble. To start, Jamie Macdonald walks us through the behind-the-scenes of Picnic Day, a tradition Davis has every year. Then, we go on to talk about how kindness can connect us all as well as brighten someone's day, Olivia Ayson has the story. Lastly, it's important to remember social media's impact on our circle and ourselves. Paige Tracy reports. To fully understand how social media affects our students, we sit down with Junior Hayley Smith, an avid user to investigate how teenagers use their phones to their benefit. Hosted by Rowan Reising. Produced by Camile Reyes Rojas. Music by Daniel Ruiz Jiminez. Packages by Jamie Macdonald, Olivia Ayson, and Paige Tracy.

On Breaking the News this week, Des and the panel take a look at the latest news on climate change, the alcohol ban on Scotrail trains, a return from Bridget Jones and much more.

In Touch discusses whether your blindness should be at the front and centre of your life. Perhaps an ambiguous question because it can depend on the environment you're in, the company that you share, whether you need help and many other factors. What is undoubtedly true though, is that it's not that easy to go completely under the radar with poor sight or none. We tease this out with author Andrew Leland, who spent time researching visually impaired people and the way society interacts with us, Rachael Andrews, who is not afraid to campaign for herself, and other people at the same time, and stand-up comedian Jamie MacDonald, who uses his blindness as a tool to make other people laugh.Presenter: Peter White Producer: Beth Hemmings Production Coordinator: Liz Poole Website image description: Peter White sits smiling in the centre of the image and he is wearing a dark green jumper. Above Peter's head is the BBC logo (three separate white squares house each of the three letters). Bottom centre and overlaying the image are the words "In Touch" and the Radio 4 logo (the word Radio in a bold white font, with the number 4 inside a white circle). The background is a bright mid-blue with two rectangles angled diagonally to the right. Both are behind Peter, one is a darker blue and the other is a lighter blue.

Laurie, Mark & Scott discuss the Edinburgh Derby and the win over Celtic, before Hearts cup winner Jamie MacDonald joins the lads to preview the Scottish Cup game against his […]

This week on Breaking The News, Des and the teams take a look at the SNP conference in Aberdeen, Scotland qualifying for the 2024 Euros, Gen Z eating habits, 100 Years of Disney, Madonna on tour and something strange going on in North Ayrshire.

In this second series, blind stand-up comedian Jamie Macdonald playfully deconstructs some of the pre-conceptions of his disability, challenges stereotypes and takes a hilarious trip down memory lane to see how far things have come. He tells his side of the Have I Got News for You story that needlessly outraged half of social media, and he shows that, even in hospital, the best of intentions can be misguided. Written by Jamie MacDonald Script guidance from Laura Lexx Produced by Julia Sutherland A Dabster production for BBC Radio 4

Steve Punt and Hugh Dennis present the week via topical stand-up and sketches. They're joined by Jamie MacDonald, Lucy Porter and Ed MacArthur. Jamie MacDonald shares his experience of Disability History Month, Lucy Porter examines our increasingly secular population and Ed MacArthur is a PR consultant, rebranding famous faces. The show was written by the cast with additional material from Aidan Fitzmaurice, Zoe Tomalin, Rachel E. Thorn and Cameron Loxdale. Voice actors: George Fouracres and Lola-Rose Maxwell Sound: David Thomas Sound assistant: Guy Marley Executive Producer: Richard Morris Producer: Sasha Bobak Production Coordinator: Sarah Nicholls A BBC Studios Production