Podcast appearances and mentions of Jeff Simmons

Jeff Simmons and Celeste Katz Marston discuss the five ballot proposals facing New Yorkers in the 2021 general election with guests Rachel Holliday Smith of The City, Betsy Gotbaum of Citizens Union, and Karen Platt of the New York State Independent Redistricting Commission. Original air date: October 14, 2021.

Jeff Simmons and Celeste Katz Marston speak with Acting MTA Chairman Janno Lieber, Rep. Mondaire Jones, and WBAI Host, reporter, and author Bob Hennelly. Original air date: October 7, 2021.

Celeste Katz Marston and Jeff Simmons discuss Covid 19, vaccine mandates, and the New York City school system with special guests Alex Zimmerman, reporter for Chalkbeat NY, and state Sen. Robert Jackson, plus listener calls. Original air date: September 30, 2021.

Jeff Simmons and Celeste Katz Marston take a look at the turmoil, violence, and death surrounding notorious Rikers Island. Special guests: New York State Sen. Jessica Ramos; Reuven Blau, investigative reporter for The City; and author/activist Donna Hylton. Original air date: September 23, 2021.

Celeste Katz Marston and Jeff Simmons mark the upcoming 20th Anniversary of the attacks of 9/11 with special guests David Handschuh and Monica Iken-Murphy. Original air date: September 9, 2021.

Jeff Simmons and Celeste Katz Marston speak to American Federation of Teachers President Randi Weingarten and City Council Member Mark Treyger on WBAI New York radio about the start of the NYC public school year amid a rise in childhood cases of Covid 19. Original air date: September 2, 2021.

Get the scoop from coach Matt Turner about how the Pioneers had to postpone their opening game on the WC Sports Authority Podcast! Chris Sullens, Ansley Mullican and Jeff Simmons are also around to talk White County, school board meetings and much more! 

Celeste Katz Marston and Jeff Simmons break down the future of New York politics as Andrew Cuomo prepares to leave the governor's office and make way for his replacement, Kathy Hochul. Special guests: Bob McCarthy, Liz Benjamin, and Dan Janison. Original air date: August 19, 2021.

Epic Briefs Podcast is back with a new vibe!  What's that you ask?  As a variety show that brings you all of our fun ideas housed under one very entertaining and community-based umbrella.  This episode kicks off our fourth season and brings you sound and sassy advice, a nostalgic love story with an important life lesson by our guest narrator Evander Baker, a very awesome interview with Nerdlanta's Kris Bolz, who tells us all about his new virtual dating game show - Love Nerds, and Jeff Simmons tells you what you should be listening to in our Listen to This segment. All of this and more on your favorite EPIC podcast! Episode 401 Show Notes: 00:00-00:39 - Intro 00:39-00:58 - Ashy to Sassy 00:58-05:14 - The Keisha Story by Evander Baker 05:14-06:08 - Promo break 06:08-32:25 - Kris Bolz Interview 32:35-33:30 - Music break 33:30-36:32 - Listen to This feat Jeff Simmons 36:32-37:51 - Outro Music used in this episode provided by: Gothenburg by Donal Scott & Matt Sweeney Alive Again by Dominic Wood & Hoang Lien Nguyen Space Traveling by The Jazz Cafe Wheatus - Teenage Dirtbag Chiptunes Remix by Meme Music Waves by Riddiman Chill Jazzy Lo-fi by Chillegy Watch Love Nerds and submit a form to be a contestant here: lovenerdsgameshow.com SHARE/SUBSCRIBE/RATE/REVIEW: Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Podcast Addict, Google Podcasts, Stitcher, Deezer, and on your favorite podcast apps. If you would like to be a guest on the show or participate in one of our segments, please email us: epicbriefspodcast@gmail.com

Jeff Simmons and Celeste Katz Marston discuss the latest on outgoing New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo and incoming Gov. Kathy Hochul with NYS Assemblymember Yuh-Line Niou and WBAI listeners. Original air date: August 12, 2021

Celeste Katz Marston and Jeff Simmons discuss the scandal embroiling NY Gov. Andrew Cuomo with Politico's Anna Gronewold, Hofstra's Craig Burnett, and veteran prosecutor Karen Friedman Agnifilo, plus listener calls. Original air date: August 5, 2021.

God is intricately involved in every detail of your life. Because He is Sovereign, holy, and good, you can trust Him in everything. Whether you are going through a valley or on the tops of mountains, God is working all things out according to His will for your life. For the Israelites, God was showing them how He was going to meet with Him. He desires to do the same thing for you today! Will you trust His plan? Will you grow in Him? He holds every detail together for the great adventures He has in store.

Jeff Simmons and Celeste Katz Marston speak with Jonathan Capehart of the Washington Post and MSNBC and with Patrick Gallahue of the NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene about the latest on the Covid 19 pandemic and more, plus listener calls. Original air date: July 22, 2021.

You might be in a people group where God's law was talked about more than God's love. In fact, you may have been burned by the church because you couldn't seem to get it right. The truth is, the law ultimately points to God's love. We are all law breakers, but we have been redeemed by the blood of Jesus. And when we see what great links God went for us to be called children of God through Jesus Christ, that compels us to be obedient to his commands. So we obey not because of duty, but out of LOVE. We love others, not just because that is what I am supposed to do, but because it is a reflection of the love God has given us.

Celeste Katz Marston and Jeff Simmons discuss the 2021 race for mayor of New York with New York Daily News Reporter Michael Gartland and GOP nominee Curtis Sliwa, plus your calls. Original air date: July 15, 2021.

God provides for His people. So often we worry. We wonder if God sees the circumstances we are facing. We all have needs. Yet, God not only sees, but He cares. God provides for all our needs. God takes care of His people every day. He invites us to trust Him and to follow Him. God provides for both our physical needs and our spiritual needs. God gave His only Son, so that we can have eternal life with Him through salvation. There is no need that God cannot, and will not, meet in your life. Are you worried today? Trust God, and know - The Lord will provide.

Freedom is a fine line. Enjoying it can quickly translate into abusing it. Celebrating it can easily fast forward into idolizing it. The key to keeping freedom in its proper place and living out one's freedoms with well-stewarded grace is knowing where it came from and why we have it. In Israel's case and in our spiritual state, freedom was God's gift. It wasn't awarded to Israel then and it isn't afforded to us now because we inherently deserve it or because we worked hard to earn it. Only God's grace. When you know that He alone gave it and that nothing about you deserves it, freedom like salvation remains the thing you want to live out and never lord over. How do you honor God and point people to Jesus best? It's in cherishing freedom and also leveraging freedom for the ultimate good of others.

HIGHLIGHTS:  What types of things do you feel like dads struggle with when it comes to parenting?  Jeff: I think we come to the relationship with our kids with OUR expectations, and we bring how WE were parented. It can be hard to encourage your kids, and appreciate who THEY are. Rather than pushing them to be the best at everything, or be the best at what WE want them to pursue, affirm them. They need to know that they are valuable, they are loved, and they are cared for. We do want them to be the best, we do want them to be great—but I want my kids to know that they're loved by God first and me second.  Jacob: I think dads struggle with the transition from working man to family man. And you have to be really intentional to make that change some days. Sometimes you just need to drive around the block one extra time, and say a prayer. Ask the Lord to help you make that transition; the greatest leading you'll do all day is what you do when you walk in your house.  What are some things you do with your kids to connect with them, to make lasting memories and impact? Jeff: You have to intentionally look at your calendar and schedule one-on-one time with your kids. If it doesn't get scheduled, it doesn't get done. Family time is great, but one-on-one time is where you can really connect, and those are the special memories your kids are going to hold onto.  Jacob: I try to be intentional about WHAT I do with my kids. I intentionally get on their level and do what they love to do—and it's different for each kid. However, I also bring them along one-on-one to do adult things, whether it's going to Home Depot or the grocery store, so they see me leading and working hard, and can learn from that. What encouragement do you have for dads?  Jeff: Our lives get really busy. If we're not careful, and don't schedule that special family time, our priorities shift. Scheduling time with your spouse, prioritizing that relationship, is an amazing example to set for your kids about how to have a great marriage. I want my kids to know that I love my wife first, and then them; and that I love them more than I love my job, sports, or anything else. When they go to college and become adults, I want them to look back and recognize that while I wasn't perfect, they always knew that I loved Jesus and I loved them.  Jacob: First—dads, you're doing a great job. Just by listening to this podcast, you're proving you care. You're doing a great job. Second—don't outsource the discipleship of your kids. The church is here to help, but YOU are the primary disciplemaker of your kids. Third—raise your kids in the way THEY should go. God made them each unique, he wired them each differently, and dads need to help their kids find THEIR own path. 

Jesus Christ is our Passover Lamb. When God delivered His people out of being slaves in Egypt, He sent the last plague - the death angel. Yet, God told the Israelites to cover the doorposts of their home with the blood of a lamb. Every home covered in the blood of the lamb, the death angel “passed over” and the lives inside were saved. The blood of Jesus covers our hearts if you are in Christ Jesus. You are saved for all eternity. Trust and follow Jesus, “the Lamb of God who takes away the sins of the world,” today!

Our God is a God of miracles. There are times when God breaks into our natural world with the supernatural. God is Sovereign over all creation and over your life. Even when a situation seems hopeless, don't forget about God! Our God is able. God always fights for His people. What prayers are you praying that only God can do? Pray bold prayers. God longs to do miracles in your life. Trust Him and watch Him do great things in your life and in those around you for His glory. You need only to ask, be bold and be still. God loves you.

Jeff Simmons and Celeste Katz Marston speak with Eleanor Randolph of Citizens Union's ElectNYC.org about the 2021 NYC mayor's race and discuss campaign finance funding for childcare with Liuba Grechen Shirley of Vote Mama PAC. Original air date: June 17, 2021.

The God of the Universe is calling out to you. He is inviting you into a relationship with Him through His Son, Jesus Christ. This is where The Greatest Adventure begins. Throughout the journey, God has a specific call to each one of His followers. You are uniquely gifted to accomplish His will. Whether it is being a parent, a grandparent, serving in a ministry at church, being baptized, or reaching out to your co-workers in the name of Jesus, there is no one else who can do exactly what God has called you to do. Will you make excuses or will you be obedient? Trust God and watch Him do miracles in your life as well in those around you.

God had a great plan for Moses, just like God has a great plan for each of us. God saved Moses in a basket in the Nile, and then gave Moses the best education in the world at that time. As Moses grew up, he didn't fall in love with the comforts of this world, but kept a heart for the One True God. Moses ended up in the wilderness where God grew his faith and prepared him to lead His people. God is working in your life. God is preparing you for great things. Always draw close to God and know that He is working in you for a greater purpose.

God had a great plan for Moses, just like God has a great plan for each of us. God saved Moses in a basket in the Nile, and then gave Moses the best education in the world at that time. As Moses grew up, he didn't fall in love with the comforts of this world, but kept a heart for the One True God. Moses ended up in the wilderness where God grew his faith and prepared him to lead His people. God is working in your life. God is preparing you for great things. Always draw close to God and know that He is working in you for a greater purpose.

On WBAI New York's "Driving Forces," Jeff Simmons and Celeste Katz Marston speak with NYC mayoral candidates Ray McGuire and Art Chang, and then take listener calls. Original air date: May 27, 2021.

As we close in on the start of the Spring Fling at McMinnville Country Club, we bring back Pencil Whippin' star Nick Stern to talk about everything going on with golf. Stern is joined by WCSA editor-in-chief Jeff Simmons and big podcast fan Ryan Williams. 

A brief introduction the the hosts Joe Martinez and Jeff Simmons and growing up in Anchorage Alaska. The guys talk about new upcoming movies while falling off topic many times into comics and old classic movies.

Celeste Katz Marston and Jeff Simmons speak with NYC mayoral candidate Kathryn Garcia and Amanda Hunter of the Barbara Lee Family Foundation. Original air date: May 20, 2021.

They had "no phones, no lights, no motorcars,” and everyday life for the 1st century believer could not have been more different than what we experience today. And, yet, the challenges to their faith are strikingly similar. Who is Jesus? Why did He come? What does it mean to know God and follow Christ? How do we know what's true and balance that with the call to love? Scripture has our answers and according to God's own words, we will find Him when we seek Him with all our hearts. His Spirit is present to guide us in all truth. If it matches with His word and His spirit and affirms the supremacy of Jesus, we can trust it and we're called to live it.

A night after going solo, WCSA editor-in-chief Jeff Simmons got the gang back together. WCHS coaches Matt Turner and Chris Sullens, along with WCSA contributors Ansley Mullican and Trevor Evans get together to talk local sports and answer reader questions! 

John Stott famously explained that love without truth is too soft and truth without love is too hard. We need truth contextualized in love. That's how the Gospel is best represented and communicated. It's one thing to tell a person that God loves them. It's another to plainly explain how they might love Him too. Loving others with the sacrificial love of Jesus is the only way to love at all and our greatest barometer of God's love in us. And according to Jesus, we have to remain connected in Him in order to do any of it. Apart from Jesus (John 15:5), we can do nothing. So, are you connected to Jesus? Have you received His good gift of salvation? You'll know it and we'll know it by your love.

It is beyond our imagination and ability to comprehend the love of God who called, rescued, and made us His children. As God's children we have a new identity, a hope, and a mission to invest in others. We also have a battle. The battle is against our old self and it's desire to sin. The Apostle John encourages us that although Christians may fall into sin we will not live in it.

Celeste Katz Marston and Jeff Simmons interview mayoral candidate Dianne Morales and Queens Public Library President Dennis Walcott on WBAI's "Driving Forces." Original air date: April 29, 2021 -- episode abbreviated in archive.

AUDIO: Turron Davenport of ESPN's NFL team stops by to talk NFL Draft, AJ Brown, Jeff Simmons and more. 

Lisa Bevere writes, “Our culture has wrongly equated loving everyone with approving everything.” And in that effort to love, an enemy appears in various forms to lead God's people astray (1 John 2:26). Right from the beginning, the deceiver didn't prompt Eve to question who God was, but to doubt and mistrust what God said. Remaining in the truth starts with knowing the truth, but it's sustained by trusting deeply and walking closely with the One who is Truth. Being caught off guard is as good as being swept away. Remaining close to Christ and a Christ-like community keeps us from sinning and shows us how to live truth in a truly loving way.

Jeff Simmons and Celeste Katz Marston speak to NYC mayoral candidate Andrew Yang and author Anne Michaud on WBAI's "Driving Forces." Original air date: April 22, 2021

God created you to grow spiritually. When we commit our lives to follow Jesus, this is just the beginning. We are then called to mature in our faith journey. This involves taking “next steps” spiritually - being baptized, reading God's Word, praying, serving, and more. As we grow, we become more like Jesus. There are definite challenges that keep us from growing. Pushing past the challenges and growing in Christ is what creates in us a beautiful life.

God created you to grow spiritually. When we commit our lives to follow Jesus, this is just the beginning. We are then called to mature in our faith journey. This involves taking “next steps” spiritually - being baptized, reading God's Word, praying, serving, and more. As we grow, we become more like Jesus. There are definite challenges that keep us from growing. Pushing past the challenges and growing in Christ is what creates in us a beautiful life.

In an abbreviated edition, Jeff Simmons and Celeste Katz Marston catch up with New York City Relief, a homeless outreach organization that was part of the 2020 interview series, "New York in Crisis: WBAI's Coronavirus Diary."

Maybe life for you has happened exactly as you planned. If so, you're definitely a unicorn. For most, life is what happens when we're busy making other plans. A pursuit of what is good and beautiful according to the world's standards will be a disappointing journey that ultimately leads one into sin at worst and only fleeting glimpses of satisfaction at best. When we adjust our understanding of what's beautiful and good and adopt God's definition, we grow closer to Him and can experience the life He sets for us. The picture of the beautiful life John paints only comes through Jesus. It's the only life worth having and celebrating.

We can't understand why Jesus came and what His death meant without understanding, first, our own need. Sin is a spiritual deficit. The price for a restored relationship with God wasn't free. It was the ultimate price. God's grace is that you and I didn't have to pay it. We couldn't afford it anyway. Instead, out of love, God paid the way Himself with His own Son. That's the essence of faith and the summary of the Bible. If Jesus isn't the one true Savior, it doesn't matter that He was a great moral teacher, remarkable miracle worker, or even revolutionary hero. Without saving knowledge of His death & resurrection applied to our lives, we'll remain in debt. Because of God's love, we can be saved and we can be free.

Driving Forces hosts Jeff Simmons and Celeste Katz Marston speak with reporter and "AOC Generation" author David Freedlander; Brooklyn Borough President and mayoral candidate Eric Adams; and Arena Summit incoming Managing Partner Lauren Baer.

More than 20 veterans die from suicide every day in the U.S. This is as wrong as it is shocking – that the men and women who will give their lives for this country come back and take their own. Jeff Simmons sat down last week with the CEO of K9s For Warriors, Rory Diamond, and Greg Wells to talk about the power of Service Dogs and the program that has led them to be the #1 Service Dog provider in the country for veterans living with PTSD, MST and/or TBI. 92% of their veteran graduates reduce or completely eliminate prescription medication when they have their prescription on four legs.

Celeste Katz Marston and Jeff Simmons speak with Casey Seiler, editor of the Albany Times Union, about the snowballing scandals facing Gov. Andrew Cuomo, and check back in with Danielle Oteri of Arthur Avenue Food Tours from our 2020 series, "New York in Crisis: WBAI's Coronavirus Diary." Original air date: March 25, 2021.

Sullens and Turner! It's the podcast everybody has been looking forward to for weeks. The Warren County Sports Authority welcomes back basketball coach Chris Sullens and football/wrestling coach Matt Turner to talk winter sports. Editor-in-chief Jeff Simmons and sideline reporter Ansley Mullican join to make for a great conversation! 

Celeste Katz Marston and Jeff Simmons speak with New York State Sen. Alessandra Biaggi about the dual scandals embroiling Gov. Andrew Cuomo, and with New York City Council candidate Sandra Ung about the most recent incidents of violence and bias against Asian Americans. Original air date: March 18, 2021

WCSA editor-in-chief Jeff Simmons is joined by Covenant seniors Elijah Smith, David Netherton and Terry Hines to discuss a successful season for the Lion basketball team. We dive into their history with the team, what it's like playing at Covenant and winning a TNCAA championship.

Jeff Simmons and Celeste Katz Marston speak discuss sexual harassment allegations against New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo and the broader issue of harassment with reporter Josefa Velasquez of The City and Hollaback Executive Director Emily May. Original air date: March 4, 2021.

Witness The Beginning and Survive Revelation Games just revealed their upcoming game, Eden Remains: Arrival. We brought the head of the studio, Jeff Simmons, on to discuss the game, working in game development, and why Christians need to engage entertainment. Housekeeping (2:41) Retrospective is back! Manage Your Time Wisely Join the Discord Follow TheTheoLogan on Twitch Get New Episodes Early Tell People Why You Love TRG What Have We Been Playing (5:10) Jeff takes off to space in Elite Dangerous to hunt bounties. Logan takes on Dark Souls Remastered and comes out a stronger man than before. What Have We Been Reading (15:16) Jeff discusses starting his study on the trichotomy of mind, soul, spirit and Logan smashes some idols with G.K. Beale. Topic (21:25) Eden Remains: Arrival aims to tell you a Genesis-style story with a sci-fi backdrop as you survive on a barren planet. Jeff gives all the details on what players can expect from their upcoming game. We also got into a discussion about Christian content and why Christians cannot afford to ignore engaging, and influencing, the entertainment world. Patron Thank You's (1:05:04) Shout-out to our Deer Patrons for their continued support and encouragement: Alex Castellanos, Andre Swann, Ashley Kronenbitter, Christopher Commander, Collin Gregory, Darryl Tavares, David B, David Henderson, Derek Smith, Isaac Stultz, Jake Walker, James Barker, Jeffrey Jackson, Jimmy Changa, JoAnne Monroe,  Josh Broccolo, Kaleb, Kokorodaki, Mark Fromme, Matt Edwards, Matthew “White Chocolate” McDougal, Matt Millsap, Melvin Benson V, Micah Hendrick, Michael Toller, Nate McKeever, Pastor Shea, Retro Rewind Podcast, Sam White, Samuel Colunga, Third Strongest Mole, WeathermanKeef, Wesley Rea, Xaviel Medina Recos! (1:06:30) Eden Remains: Arrival Trailer Reaction Happy Souls Thank you for listening to The Reformed Gamers! We would love to connect with you. Join our Discord using the link above or following us on our different social media platforms like Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. You can financially support the show, monthly, on Patreon or by purchasing some TRG merch over on our shop!