Podcast appearances and mentions of Travis Cottrell

In this episode of Sermon Notes, host Jay Strother sits down with guests Travis Cottrell and Ashton Burgos to discuss the culmination of their church's 40 days of prayer emphasis. They explore the impact of prayer in their community, plans for an upcoming night of worship and prayer, and share insights on leading their congregation in meaningful worship experiences. Ashton reflects on her transition from Brooklyn, New York, to Brentwood Baptist, while Travis recounts his journey as worship pastor. Throughout the conversation, they emphasize the power of corporate prayer, the intentional planning that goes into worship services, and the importance of creating spaces for the congregation to engage deeply with God. With anticipation for their upcoming series in Colossians, the episode encourages listeners to participate actively in their faith journey.

Our dear friend (and most frequent podcast guest) Travis Cottrell is with us this week, and what a treat it was for Melanie and me to get to catch up with him. We talk about college football, NFL football, what we've been watching lately, and how we feel about looking up setlists before a concert. We also discuss 80's music (WHO AMONG US IS SURPRISED), and it's my turn for Five Favorites. Hope you enjoy! - Join Us on Patreon - Our Amazon Shop - Fayetteville Live Show Tickets Show Notes: - Travis Cottrell - Travis on Instagram - Travis' beloved Boone, NC - Melanie's beloved Anthro fleece - Ohio State's National Dance Team Champions - Andy Reid - Cocoon - Chris Jones - Dan Campbell - Travis leading worship for Beth's Bible study at The Met - Band of Brothers - Chef's Table: Noodles - 80s on 8 - 80s on 8 Top 500 - Time Life Ultimate Love Songs on Spotify - "Somebody's Knockin'" by Teri Gibbs - PaperMate Profile ballpoint pens - birthday gift boxes - the cutest shirt for Valentine's - Jetset Wingman by Think Royln - Aloh sanitizing gel with rosemary and peppermint Sponsors: - OSEA - use code BIGBOO for 10% off your first order - Thrive Market - use this link for 30% off your first order plus a free gift - AG1 - use this link for a free bottle of D3/K2 and five free travel packs - Helix - use this link for 20% off site wide plus two free pillows

Welcome to Episode 302 of the Worship Probs Podcast - We're glad you're here! Brian is back with Big Gingy!! They will share some hilarious Prayer Concerns that you can't miss. Then, Brian & Jeremy answer a question in Sliding Into The DMs about audio compression...Possibly a controversial approach to compression. You'll learn practical tips and valuable insights you can definitely apply to your life and ministry. Plus, Brian shares his incredible conversation with Travis Cottrell. Check it out - and like, comment, subscribe, and share with a friend! Learn more and stay connected with >>> Worship Probs (instagram.com/worshipprobs) // Brian Tabor (instagram.com/briantabor) // Jeremy Van Valkenburg (instagram.com/jeremyvanvalkenburg) // Travis Cottrell (instagram.com/travcott) Special thank you to our friends at Maven Media Productions for editing the podcast [Follow @mavenmediaproductions and visit www.mavenmediaproductions.com], and our great friend Scott Hoke for the voiceover intro [Visit www.scotthokevoice.com].

It's episode 400 for our little podcast, so this week Melanie and I do a little reminiscing and reflecting. We're delighted as always to visit with our most frequent podcast guest, Travis Cottrell, and we also revisit some audio clips that feature some of our favorite podcast moments. Plus we catch up on what's been going on in San Antonio and Birmingham. On top of all that, I share an airport story that continues to warm my heart, and it's my turn for Five Favorites. Hope you enjoy - and thanks, as always, for listening! - Join Us on Patreon - Our Amazon Shop Show Notes: - Travis Cottrell - Travis' first episode with us - iChat - what we first used to record - Vonda Braithwaite - "You Don't Bring Me Flowers" - Retha Nichole, our business coach - Pawhuska, OK - the episode with Juan - the episode with Phil Rosenthal - the episode with Mike Leach - Brats - Patrick Ta Major Headlines Double Take creme powder and blush duo in Just Enough - floral palazzo pants - Back 70 Teddy sneakers (I also love the hot pink) - all-in-one spray and wipe cleaner - H&M oxford buttondown Sponsors: - Boll and Branch - use this link for 20% your first order + free shipping - AG1 - use this link for a free one year's supply of vitamin D1 and K2 + 5 free travel packs - Zbiotics - use code BIGBOO for 15% off - Factor - use code BIGBOO50 to get 50% off your first box + 20% off your second month

When Travis Cottrell stepped into Nashville, he probably didn't expect his journey to lead where it has.  As a Christian Artist, Songwriter, and Arranger, Travis later added "Worship Pastor" to his resume at age 40.  Travis's narrative is a soul-stirring blend of faith, music, and the magnetic pull of community that brought him to his current role at Brentwood Baptist Church. His reflections reveal more than just a career path—they offer a window into the life of a worship pastor that stretches far beyond the reach of the microphone. Learn more about Travis at TravisCottrell.com  --Learn more about the Modern Church Leader Podcast at ModernChurchLeader.com--Learn more about Tithely and how it can help you grow your church at Tithely.com  

In our media and marketing-driven world, people -- as consumers -- can become quickly disenchanted. In fundraising, we want to strike a balance between being prepared and not "performing."  Travis Cottrell joins us in this episode and highlights the importance of authenticity in approaching others and inviting them into partnership.This year, Travis will celebrate a ministry milestone: 25 years of serving alongside Beth Moore as worship leader for Living Proof Ministries. Travis also currently serves as Worship Pastor at Brentwood Baptist Church in Brentwood, TN.Travis' website

Brent sits down with hit songwriter & producer, Jeff Pardo (Lady A, Mandisa, Francesca Battistelli, Zach Williams, Ben Rector, Micah Tyler, Danny Gokey, Tauren Wells, Matthew West, Jesus Culture, Rhett Walker Band, Travis Cottrell, Brandon Heath & more) to discuss his cuts... and bruises. This is an excerpt from "The Hang." If you'd like to watch the full episode, just log in to the Songwriting Pro Member Area. If you're not yet a Songwriting Pro member, NOW is a great time to start your 14-day FREE trail at SongwritingPro.com! The C.L.I.M.B. Show is dedicated to helping singers, songwriters, indie artists and industry pros "Create Leverage In The Music Business." We want you to win! About the hosts: Brent Baxter is an award-winning hit songwriter with cuts by Alan Jackson (“Monday Morning Church”), Randy Travis, Lady A, Joe Nichols, Ray Stevens, Gord Bamford and more. He helps songwriters turn pro by helping them WRITE like a pro, DO BUSINESS like a pro and CONNECT to the pros. You can find Brent at BrentBaxterMusic.com and SongwritingPro.com. Johnny Dwinell owns Daredevil Production and helps artists increase their streams, blow up their video views, sell more live show tickets, and get discovered by new fans, TV and music industry pros. Daredevil has worked with artists including Collin Raye, Tracy Lawrence, Ty Herndon, Ronnie McDowell and others. You can find Johnny at TheCLIMBshow.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It was the merriest of Christmases for the Shankles and the Hudsons, so this week you'll hear us break down all the holiday festivities as well as chronicle our TV viewing (an area where Melanie and I both have excelled lately). Plus, there's an excerpt from our most recent Patreon episode with our most frequent podcast guest (by a country mile), our dear friend Travis Cottrell. Melanie also talks about a movie she didn't really enjoy, I talk about a movie I adored, we discuss air fryer strategies at length, and it's my turn for Five Favorites.  Hope you enjoy!   - Join Us on Patreon  - Our Amazon Shop Show Notes: - The Crown on Netflix - Wonka - Top Golf - The Color Purple - our full Patreon episode with Travis - Best in Show - Elise's boiled peanuts recipe - Helen in Birmingham - air fryer liners - Aldi chicken breast filets (sort of reminds us of CFA) (12 minutes in air fryer on 400, flip, 7 more minutes on 400) - Aldi brioche buns (we get the ones without sesame seeds) - Real Housewives Ultimate Girls' Trip RHONY Legacy - Victoria Beckham on Instagram - Kitchen Aid all-purpose shears - Free People colorful quilted vest - heated hand massager - Brother inkjet printer - prints of David Gate's poems - David Gate on Instagram Note: As Amazon and LTK affiliate members, we earn income from qualifying purchases.   Sponsors: - Fabric - use this link to apply today - AG1 - use this link for a year's supply of vitamin D and five free travel packs with your first purchase - Masterclass - use this link for a buy one, get one membership - Honeylove - use this link for 20% off - Storyworth - use this link for $10 off

In this episode of Sermon Notes, host Jay Strother is joined by special guest Travis Cottrell, worship minister and recording artist, to dive into the importance of peace, worship, and gathering as the one body of Christ. They discuss the role of music in church worship and the challenges of selecting songs that align with scripture. Jay and Travis share personal experiences, emphasizing the need for intentional language, unity, and congregational participation in worship. They explore the theme of the supremacy of Christ in Colossians and encourage listeners to bring worship into their daily lives. Together, they reveal the joy and power of gathering as God's people and celebrating the eternal nature of worship.

One of my favorite people to have on my radio show "Worship with Andy Chrisman" is my friend Travis Cottrell. Travis is an accomplished artist, songwriter, arranger, worship leader and producer and he's become one of my best friends in the industry! I asked him to make an appearance on the podcast because whenever we get together we spend an inordinate amount of time talking about 80s pop music, debating TRUTH trivia and getting sidetracked on the most random of subjects. So that all happens on this longer than normal episode, and eventually Travis takes over hosting duties to ask me questions about my career. Support the showandychrisman.com

One of my favorite people to have on my radio show “Worship with Andy Chrisman” is my friend Travis Cottrell. Travis is an accomplished artist, songwriter, arranger, worship leader and producer and he's become one of my best friends in the industry! I asked him to make an appearance on the podcast because whenever we get together we spend an inordinate amount of time talking about 80s pop music, debating TRUTH trivia and getting sidetracked on the most random of subjects. So that all happens on this longer than normal episode, and eventually Travis takes over hosting duties to ask me questions about my career. Support the showandychrisman.net

One of our very favorite friends, Travis Cottrell, joins us on this week's episode (ALERT ALERT HE HAS A NEW ALBUM COMING OUT ON FRIDAY 7/21), and Melanie and I had the best time catching up with him. Travis tells us about what it's like to sing background vocals on the Grand Ole Opry (AS YOU DO), and he and Mel have a big discussion about some newer country artists they love to listen to.  Also, I feel like I need to confess that I spent the last 30-ish minutes of this episode with my head on my desk because I was on the front end of a stomach virus and didn't know it at the time. Plus the site we use to record kept kicking me out of the recording and the last time I rejoined my microphone wasn't connected but who even cares because I was about to get in the bed anyway. NONETHELESS, we made it through - and it's Melanie's turn for Five Favorites - along with some favorites from Travis.   - Join Us on Patreon  - Our Amazon Shop Show Notes: - Travis' new album that comes out this Friday but we forgot to talk about it - three year-old who knows all the NFL themes - Grand Ole Opry - pretend background vocals on TikTok - Nashville Number System - Nathan Nockels' Everywhere the River Goes - Noah Kahan - Yacht Rock playlist - "Cruel Summer" by TSwift - William Beckmann on TikTok - Flamingo razor - Loving Tan 2-hour express tanner - AE Dreamy Drape high waist wide leg jeans - Zella Live-In pocket joggers - Olivia Georgia radio on Spotify - Molton Brown shower gel sampler set - Dot's Pretzels - cinnamon sugar and honey mustard - Vuori - Get Up! on ESPN - Jury Duty on Amazon Sponsors: - Mosh (use this link for 20% off plus free shipping on your first six-count trials pack) - KiwiCo (use code BIGBOO for 50% off any crate line plus free shipping) - Thrive Market (use this link for 30% off your first order plus a free $60 gift) - Stamps.com (use code BIGBOO for a four-week trial, free postage, and a free digital scale)

On today's episode, we talk about what it's like to work together in entrepreneurship as a married couple. Eric and Krissy Nordhoff share their journey of working in the Christian music industry, navigating the ups and downs as a couple and what they're doing to pour into a songwriting community. Krissy Nordhoff is a Grammy® nominated (FAMOUS FOR(I BELIEVE)) and Dove Award® winning (YOUR GREAT NAME) professional songwriter and author. Her songs have been recorded by a variety of artists including Natalie Grant, Tauren Wells, Jenn Johnson (Bethel Music), Mandisa, Darlene Zschech, David and Nicole Binion, Travis Cottrell, Prestonwood Worship, Corey Voss, Dustin Smith, Phillips, Craig & Dean, and many others. Passionate about training and encouraging the next generation of worship songwriters, Krissy mentors, teaches and creates resources at WritingWorship.co. She recently penned a book, Writing Worship: How To Craft Heartfelt Songs for the Church (David C Cook) that offers spiritual and practical insights for aspiring songwriters and worship teams that want to write original songs for their church congregations. Eric Nordhoff has worked at a jingle production house, Warner Bros. Records, Provident Music Group, and Word Entertainment. Today, he spends his time building a resource for the WritingWorship.co community together with his wife. He also consults for corporate clients who want to get started in podcasting. SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST: On Apple Podcasts On Spotify All other platforms CONNECT WITH US: christianmusicmarketing.com Christian Music Marketing on Instagram Christian Music Marketing Facebook Christian Music Industry Podcast on Instagram CONNECT WITH ERIC + KRISSY NORDHOFF: https://www.writingworship.co/ Songwriter Personality Test: songwriterpersonalitytest.com Writing Club: writingworship.co/apply-for-writing-club Bumper music provided by Land of Color - from their single, "Warriors". --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/christianmusicindustry/message

Melanie and I are so happy that our friend Travis Cottrell (aka FryDaddy) is joining us on this week's episode. Travis is a gifted worship leader, singer, musician, and songwriter who just so happens to love the Christmas season a lot. Like, A LOT A LOT. So when Mel and I talked about recording an episode that functions almost like a Christmas special (an extravaganza, if you will), asking Travis to join us was a no-brainer. His Neil Diamond impression alone is worth the (super free) price of admission. So. We're going to talk about the latest with Travis' family, we're going to talk about Christmas memories, we're going to talk about Christmas food, and we're going to talk about Christmas music. Plus, it's Melanie's turn for Five Favorites. See? AN EXTRAVAGANZA. Hope y'all enjoy!  - Join Us on Patreon  - Our Amazon Shop - Big Boo 2022 Holiday Gift Guide Show Notes: - Travis Cottrell - "Hear My Dear" - Tedeschi Trucks Band - "Summer, Highland Falls - Billy Joel - "How Sweet It Is" (Live) - James Taylor - "No Love Dying" - Gregory Porter - "Music for a Sushi Restaurant" - Harry Styles - "Feathered Indians" - Tyler Childers - "Something in the Orange" - Zach Bryan - "All Your'n" - Tyler Childers - "All I See is You" - Shane Smith & the Saints - "Gratitude" - Hillside Recording - "Clouds" - Luke Faulkner - "The Age of Worry" - Yebba - Yebba - "Brown Eyed Girl" - Van Morrison - "Ventura Highway" - America - "The Carnival of the Animals" - At Christmas by James Taylor - A Charlie Brown Christmas by Vince Guaraldi Trio - Christmas by Michael Bublé - Christmas Portrait by the Carpenters - Simply Christmas by Leslie Odom, Jr. - A Ben Rector Christmas by Ben Rector - Glory in the Highest by Chris Tomlin - Wintersong by Sarah McLachlan - My "River" playlist (also on Spotify) - The Thill of Hope by Christy Nockels - Christmas Music: The Complete Collection by Cody Fry - The Song in Our Hearts by Gary Fry - Christmas Songs by Mel Tormé - Pioneer Woman's Chex Mix - Pioneer Woman's cinnamon rolls - Granite Steps blueberry coffee cake - Rose's cheesecake recipe (put a pin in this one...I'm out of town as I'm publishing this episode, but as soon as I get home I'll post the recipe on IG) - The Holiday - Elf - Die Hard - A Christmas Story - Little Women - "A Charlie Brown Christmas" - "How the Grinch Stole Christmas" - The Family Stone - flannel shirt jacket with hood - UGG cozy knit slippers - oversized Eddie Bauer down throw - Kelly Minter's Cultivate podcast - Hanes Comfort Evolution wirefree bra Sponsors: - Stamps (use code BIGBOO for a four-week trial, a free digital scale, and free postage) - Prose (use this link for your free hair consultation and 15% off) - Hello Fresh (use code BIGBOO18 for 18 free meals plus free shipping) - KiwiCo (use this link to get your first month free)

In this episode of Sermon Notes, Senior Pastor Mike Glenn joins hosts Amy-Jo Girardier and Travis Cottrell to share what breaks his heart. He also shares vision for moving forward and how to impact the community. Notes from Mike Glenn Do you know who is in your community? Let God show you how to meet the needs around you. Every person has a gift. Train and develop the gift for maximum impact. As a parent, you want your children to take ownership in making disciples. Where has God placed you? You are situated for kingdom purposes. https://brentwood.church/masterclass/ https://brentwood.church/podcast/

In this episode of Sermon Notes, Pastor Jay Strother (The Church at Station Hill) joins hosts Amy-Jo Girardier and Travis Cottrell to discuss the importance of speaking a good word in season. And the words for this season...pumpkin spice! Notes from This Episode Always seek to understand. The world is longing for intentionality. When you cease striving, you can really hear from God. Diligently care for the welfare of orphans and widows. Trials guide you into God's truth. https://www.amazon.com/NIV-Family-Reading-Bible-Hardcover/dp/0310941962 https://brentwood.church/masterclass/ https://brentwood.church/podcast/

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Kenna Turner West, recording artist, multi-Dove Award-winning songwriter, and five-time Songwriter of the Year, will be the featured artists this week on The Gospel Jubilee.Listen to the Gospel Jubilee on your Echo device by saying, Alexa, play the Gospel Jubilee on Apple podcast.Or go to: https://api.spreaker.com/v2/episodes/47103586/download.mp3ABOUT KENNA TURNER WESTKenna Turner West has co-written hit songs such as “Say Amen,” “Revival,” “Small Town Someone,” and “Even Me.”Her many successes have come as no surprise to her friends in the music industry; some might even say that it “runs in the family.Kenna's father is bass singer Ken Turner, who sang for many years with the legendary Blackwood Brothers Quartet. Her mother-in-law is country music icon Dottie West, who was inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame in 2018.With roots that are firmly planted in gospel music, Kenna's career began in 1983 as a vocalist. In time, however, God began to open a new facet of ministry for the singer.“I had been writing songs for years,” she recalls, “but it was more like journaling with rhyme. Yet there was a season of time around 1997 or 1998, when we were losing my grandmother to dementia and my mom was diagnosed with a tumor near her brain, that I began to see life intersecting with Scripture.The verses that God was using to bring me peace and comfort suddenly began to take on a melody, and I'd write it down. Then one night at church, a friend encouraged me to record some of the songs, so I did; then another friend who worked for a record company gave the songs to the publisher at thelabel, and within a week, the trajectory of my life had completely changed.”Kenna got her first cut shortly thereafter (“A Taste of Grace”), followed by her first radio single (“We're Not Gonna Bow”), which reached #1 on the national charts as well as earning the new songwriter her first of eleven Dove Award nominations.Twenty years later, Kenna has penned over a thousand songs and has garnered over 100 “Song of the Year” nominations, along with 25 “Song of the Year” winsand 8 BMI Awards. As a staff writer for Curb|Word Music Publishing in Nashville, her songs have appeared on GRAMMY® Award-winning projects by both JasonCrabb and Hillary Scott (of Lady A), as well as eight GRAMMY® nominated recordings.You can also find her work on projects by artists such as The Martins, The Isaacs, Michael English, The Crabb Family, Finding Favour, Charles Billingsley, Take 6, The Oak Ridge Boys, The Booth Brothers, Wes Hampton and AdamCrabb of the Gaither Vocal Band, Triumphant Quartet, Travis Cottrell, Jimmy Fortune (of The Statler Brothers), The Collingsworth Family, Brian Free & Assurance,Marty Raybon (of Shenandoah), Joseph Habedank, Karen Peck & New River, Jeff & Sheri Easter, The Nelons, Selah, The Blackwood Brothers, Mac Powell (of ThirdDay), and many more.Additionally, Kenna has created six musicals for the church, including Word Music's best-selling “We Are Witnesses,” along with the Dove Award-nominated projects, “Love Won” and “Christmas Is in The Heart.”In 2020, Kenna signed as an artist with Crossroads Music Group and released her long-awaited project, “A Reason for Hope,” in the summer of 2021.“I am so excited about this new chapter of life,” she shares. “It is as if everything that the Lord has allowed me to do for Him over the last 38 years has ledto this moment.”Kenna's career in gospel music has indeed come full circle. The author and board-certified Biblical counselor—who is currently pursuing a master's degreein theology—continues to blend music, devotional teaching, and humor into a ministry that reaches across the nation and around the world with the goodnews of the Gospel. Whether she is writing songs on Music Row or ministering alongside noted Christian leaders at venues ranging from The Pentagon to NASCARchapels to the local church, Kenna's life has a singular call: to creatively communicate the Living Hope found in Jesus Christ.“It's all I have wanted to do since I became a Believer,” she confesses, “and I feel so incredibly blessed that God is still allowing me to do just that.”For more information about Kenna's music and ministry, or to book her for an event, contact her office at kenna@kennaturnerwest.comYou can now catch The Gospel Jubilee Thursday afternoons at 4:00 PM and Sunday mornings at 9:30 AM EST on Southern Branch Bluegrass RadioGo to www.sbbradio.orgYou can also catch The Gospel Jubilee Saturday evenings at 7:00 and Wednesday afternoons at 4:00 CST on Radio For Life.Go to: www.RadioForLife.orgPlaylist: Artists | Song Title | Album01. Greater Vision - Never will I ever again - “As We Speak”02. Ernie Haase & Signature Sound - Make us one - “Keeping On”03. Barry Rowland & Deliverance - The Ark - “It Is Time”04. Kenna Turner West - Doubt the storm - "A Reason For Hope"05. Kenna Turner West - Calling all prodigals - "A Reason For Hope"06. The Chuck Wagon Gang - Love is the key - “Radio Days”07. The Bledsoes - I'm glad I'm saved - “Trusting”08. The Vaughn Family - All over again - “Closer”09. The Carr Family - Peace that covers all the pain - “For All He's Done”-10. Three Days Journey - Every knee shall bow - "Every Knee Shall Bow - Single"11. The Mark Trammell Quartet - The hem of His garment - "God Has Provided"12. Kenna Turner West - The center of it all - "A Reason For Hope"13. Kenna Turner West - We march on - "A Reason For Hope"14. Kenna Turner West A reason for hope - "A Reason For Hope"15. The Clark Family - I don't want to go back - “Satisfied”16. The Kingsmen - Called out - “Kingsmen Across America”17. The Goodman Revival - I don't want to get adjusted - “Songs In The Key Of Happy”18. Brian Free & Assurance - What the cross really is - “Looks Like Jesus EP”19. The Bowling Family - I know enough - “Safe…After The Storm”-20. The Old Paths - The fire still burns - “Decade”21. The Torchmen Quartet - Reach out to Jesus - “Hymns - Least We Forget”-22. The Williamsons - Jesus, what a wonderful name - “Give Them Jesus”23. The Taylors - The same - “Salvation's Song”24. Southern Raised - Wanna be - “Another World”Send your request to:request@gatewayfortheblind.com

Acts: Church On The Move Part 19 Songs: Ain't No Grave ([Spirit Rise Collection] by Jonathan Helser, Melissa Helser, and Molly Skaggs) Sing To The King ([New Life Church] by Billy Foote and Charles Silvester Horne) O Come To The Altar [([Elevation Worship] by Christopher Brown, Mack Brock, Steven Furtick, and Wade Joye) It Is Finished ([Brentwood Benson] by Colby Wedgeworth, Ethan Hulse, and Mark Harris) Crown You King (This Is The Place) ([Christmas Makes Everything New Musical] by David Moffitt, Sue C. Smith, and Travis Cottrell)

Acts: Church On The Move Part 19 Songs: Ain't No Grave ([Spirit Rise Collection] by Jonathan Helser, Melissa Helser, and Molly Skaggs) Sing To The King ([New Life Church] by Billy Foote and Charles Silvester Horne) O Come To The Altar [([Elevation Worship] by Christopher Brown, Mack Brock, Steven Furtick, and Wade Joye) It Is Finished ([Brentwood Benson] by Colby Wedgeworth, Ethan Hulse, and Mark Harris) Crown You King (This Is The Place) ([Christmas Makes Everything New Musical] by David Moffitt, Sue C. Smith, and Travis Cottrell)

We are always so happy when our good friend Travis Cottrell joins us on the podcast, and TODAY'S THE DAY. In what turned out to be an extra-long episode, we talk about closet clean-outs and furniture shipping delays and college baseball (update since we recorded: Mississippi State is going to the College World Series!).  We also discuss our kids (the Cottrells and the Shankles are about to be empty nesters with some travel goals), our dads (FEELINGS ALERT), and I share my Five Favorites. As does Travis.  Enjoy, everybody!  - Our Amazon Shop - Become a Patron Show Notes: - Under Canvas Yellowstone - To see show notes in Apple Podcasts, you now have to click on "episode webpage" - Overcast - "I Want to Be Just Like You" (Travis has introduced us to a Father's Day song) - In the Heights (in theatres and on HBO Max) - Secret Treasures pajama shorts - "October Sky" by Yebba (live version and studio version) - Marc Ronson's post about Yebba - Benerx (my pulled muscles are so grateful for it) - High on the Hog: How African American Cuisine Transformed America on Netflix - Sirius 80s on 8 - Marco Polo app - Waldo's Chicken and Beer - A&W Root Beer Zero Sugar Sponsors: - KiwiCo (use promo code BIGBOO for 30% off your first month plus free shipping) - Hello Fresh (use promo code BIGBOO12 for 12 free meals and free shipping) - Best Fiends (download in the Apple App Store or on Google Play) - FabFitFun (use promo code BIGBOO21 for $10 off your first box)

Lily Cottrell is a worship singer, student, creator, and lover of music, fashion, flowers and people. She's the daughter of worship singer Travis Cottrell and has started on a career of her own. She's in school at Lipscomb University in Nashville. In this conversation she talks with Mallory about the challenges of following Jesus in a social media world, being authentic with her faith, using her creativity for the Kingdom, and what her future life plans are. You can connect with on Instagram at @lilykatecottrell Recalibrated is part of the Sports Spectrum Podcast Network. For more stories on sports and faith, check out SportsSpectrum.com. -- If you enjoyed this conversation, we know you'll enjoy these as well: -Shannan Martin — Author & Speaker -Lauren Chandler — Author & Pastor -Sierra Hollister — Health & Nutrition Coach

***Service Order*** Welcome - Pastor Jason Worship - Open Up The Heavens Worship - In Christ Alone with The Solid Rock Message & The Lord's Supper - Pastor Tom Response Time Generosity Thought - Pastor Jason & Pastor Tom ********************* Open Up The Heavens CCLI Song # 6304702 Andi Rozier | James Macdonald | Jason Ingram | Meredith Andrews | Stuart Garrard © 2012 All Essential Music (Admin. by Essential Music Publishing LLC) HBC Worship Music (Admin. by Essential Music Publishing LLC) Open Hands Music (Admin. by Essential Music Publishing LLC) So Essential Tunes (Admin. by Essential Music Publishing LLC) Stugio Music Publishing (Admin. by Essential Music Publishing LLC) Curb Word Music (Admin. by WC Music Corp.) CCLI License # 1245208 In Christ Alone with The Solid Rock © 2002 Thankyou Music (adm worldwide by worshiptogether.com Songs except for the UK and Europe which is adm by Kingsway Music) c/o EMI Christian Music Publishing, Inc., PO Box 5085, 101 Winners Circle, Brentwood, TN 37024."The Solid Rock" - This arrangement by Travis Cottrell and Paul Mills © 2004 Integrity's Hosanna! Music c/o Integrity Media, Inc.,1000 Cody Road, Mobile, Al 36695 All rights reserved. CCLI License # 1245208 ***Worship and Technical Teams*** Jason Andino - Worship Pastor __________________________ Deana Allen - Vocals Kelli Andino - Vocals Samantha Burris - Vocals Beth Laswell - Vocals Daniel Perschke - Vocals Savannah Shafer - Vocals Carly Wheeler - Vocals Karen Wheeler - Vocals __________________________ Wes Burris - Electric Guitar Vicki Gregor - Piano/Synth Steve Marino - Acoustic Guitar Kirk Vincent - Percussion Grant Wheeler - Bass Guitar Dave Wheeler - Drums __________________________ Jeff Brown - Videography Matthew Kirby - Videography / Audio & Video Post Production Dave Wheeler - Worship Audio Recording & Post Production

I've had the pleasure of first meeting Corey Gaston when we were high school students at the North Carolina South Central All-District Band Clinic. In this interview we talk life as a military musician in the Marine Corps Band Program and how that experience laid the foundation for his teaching and performing career. Corey Gaston has been a lover of trumpet for over 25 years and the first time that he played it, he knew that he would never put the horn down. Corey, a native of Charlotte NC, is the trumpet player and horn arranger for Sol Fusion Band, freelance-trumpet professional, and music educator. Over the past few years as a professional musician, Corey has shared the stage and recorded with a varietal mix of some of the world’s finest musicians including Maynard Ferguson, Ron Kenoly, Travis Cottrell, Donald Lawrence and Tri-City Singers, Maurette Brown-Clark, Bill and Gloria Gaither’s Homecoming Series “Camp Meeting”, Sistar, James R. Adams And The Abounding Faith Church of God in Christ Choir, Billboard chart-topping artist, Gabriel Bello, Phillip Carter and SOV, Brandon McSwain Band, Natural Wonder: The Ultimate Stevie Wonder Experience, Todd Parrott, StellaRising and many more! Corey serves as Dean of Students and Director of Bands at Concord Academy. He is an adjunct professor at Catawba College and Cannonball Musical Instruments endorsed music educator. Check out his podcast, The Black Sheep Dialogues, on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Wer ist eigentlich Travis Cottrell?

Wer ist eigentlich Travis Cottrell?

This week we talk about weather (yes, we are 107), some fun fashion memories, and college football because if we didn't talk about college football then the world would surely stop spinning on its axis. We also share part of this month's Closer Look episode from Patreon - with special guest Travis Cottrell. As many of y'all know, Travis is one of our very favorite people - and he happens to be a huge fan of 80's music. You'll hear the 80's music part of our Patreon discussion on this episode, and you'll also see a link to Travis' 80's Duets Playlist in the Show Notes below. And on top of all that: Melanie shares Five Favorites. Hope y'all enjoy! Our Amazon Shop Be A Patron! Show Notes: - Silk Reflections hose - A great Barefood Dreams alternative (I decided the Barefoot Dreams options were way too long for Martha - and this style is much more her speed) (please don't tell her that this is one of her presents) :-) - Travis Cottrell - Travis' 80's Duet Playlist on Apple Music - Travis' 80's Duet Playlist on Spotify - Revitalash - Pure Science Neck Firming Cream - Melanie's new favorite Stars Above pajamas - "Heirlooms" by Amy Grant - Allie+Bess bracelets - Lucky Peacock Designs Sponsors: - Magic Spoon (use promo code BIGBOO for free shipping) - Storyworth (use this link for $10 off your first purchase) - Hydrant (use promo code BIGBOO for 25% off your first order) - Acorn (use promo code BIGBOO for 30 days free)

***Service Order*** Worship - In Christ Alone w/ The Solid Rock Worship - What A Beautiful Name w/ Agnus Dei Message - Pastor Tom Response Time The Lord's Supper - Pastor Tom & Pastor Dave Generosity Thought ********************* In Christ Alone w/ The Solid Rock © 2002 Thankyou Music (adm worldwide by worshiptogether.com Songs except for the UK and Europe which is adm by Kingsway Music) c/o EMI Christian Music Publishing, Inc., PO Box 5085, 101 Winners Circle, Brentwood, TN 37024."The Solid Rock" - This arrangement by Travis Cottrell and Paul Mills © 2004 Integrity's Hosanna! Music c/o Integrity Media, Inc.,1000 Cody Road, Mobile, Al 36695 All rights reserved. CCLI License # 1245208 What A Beautiful Name w/ Agnus Dei CCLI Song # 7068424 Ben Fielding | Brooke Ligertwood © 2016 Hillsong Music Publishing Australia (Admin. by Capitol CMG Publishing) CCLI License # 124520 ***Worship and Technical Teams*** Jason Andino - Worship Pastor __________________________ Deana Allen - Vocals Kelli Andino - Vocals/Piano Beth Laswell - Vocals Savannah Shafer - Vocals Carly Wheeler - Vocals Karen Wheeler - Vocals __________________________ Vicki Gregor - Piano/Synth Steve Marino - Acoustic Guitar Kirk Vincent - Percussion __________________________ Jeff Brown - Videography Matthew Kirby - Videography / Audio & Video Post Production Dave Wheeler - Worship Audio Recording & Post Production

***Service Order*** Worship - In Christ Alone (with The Solid Rock) Worship - Here Again Prayer - Leah Busick Message - Pastor Tom Response Time Generosity Thought ********************* In Christ Alone (with The Solid Rock) © 2002 Thankyou Music (adm worldwide by worshiptogether.com Songs except for the UK and Europe which is adm by Kingsway Music) c/o EMI Christian Music Publishing, Inc., PO Box 5085, 101 Winners Circle, Brentwood, TN 37024."The Solid Rock" - This arrangement by Travis Cottrell and Paul Mills © 2004 Integrity's Hosanna! Music c/o Integrity Media, Inc.,1000 Cody Road, Mobile, Al 36695 All rights reserved. CCLI License # 1245208 Here Again CCLI Song # 7111925 Amy Corbett | Chris Brown | Steven Furtick © Music by Elevation Worship Publishing (Admin. by Essential Music Publishing LLC) All rights reserved. www.ccli.com CCLI License # 1245208 ***Worship and Technical Teams*** Jason Andino - Worship Pastor __________________________ Deana Allen - Vocals Beth Laswell - Vocals Savannah Shafer - Vocals __________________________ Vicki Gregor - Piano/Synth Steve Marino - Acoustic Guitar Kirk Vincent - Percussion __________________________ Jeff Brown - Videography Matthew Kirby - Videography / Audio & Video Post Production Dave Wheeler - Worship Audio Recording / Worship Audio Post Production

*** Service Order *** Worship - In Christ Alone with The Solid Rock Worship - What A Beautiful Name with Agnus Dei Prayer - Pastor Dave Worship - Wonderful Things Message - Pastor Tom Response Time Generosity/Closing - Pastor Jason ********************* In Christ Alone with The Solid Rock © 2002 Thankyou Music (adm worldwide by worshiptogether.com Songs except for the UK and Europe which is adm by Kingsway Music) c/o EMI Christian Music Publishing, Inc., PO Box 5085, 101 Winners Circle, Brentwood, TN 37024."The Solid Rock" - This arrangement by Travis Cottrell and Paul Mills © 2004 Integrity's Hosanna! Music c/o Integrity Media, Inc.,1000 Cody Road, Mobile, Al 36695 All rights reserved. CCLI License # 1245208 What a Beautiful Name with Agnus Dei CCLI Song # 7068424 Ben Fielding | Brooke Ligertwood © 2016 Hillsong Music Publishing Australia (Admin. by Capitol CMG Publishing) CCLI License # 124520 Wonderful Things CCLI Song # 7110593 Chris Griffin | Jesse Reeves | Micah Massey | Nicole McLean © 2018 Highlands Creative Publishing (Admin. by Music Services, Inc.) All rights reserved. www.ccli.com CCLI License # 1245208 ***Worship and Technical Teams*** Jason Andino - Worship Pastor __________________________ Deana Allen - Vocals Kelli Andino - Vocals Beth Laswell - Vocals Savannah Shafer - Vocals Carly Wheeler - Vocals Karen Wheeler - Vocals __________________________ Vicki Gregor - Piano/Pads Steve Marino - Acoustic Guitar Kirk Vincent - Percussion __________________________ Jeff Brown - Camera Matthew Kirby - Camera / Audio & Video Post Production / Electric Guitar Dave Wheeler - Audio Recording / Worship Audio Post Production

*** Service Order *** Worship - Joy Worship - How I Need You Prayer for Our Church - Pastor Dave Worship - In Christ Alone with The Solid Rock Message - Pastor Tom Response Time Generosity/Closing - Pastor Jason ********************* Joy CCLI Song # 7125601 Bethany Barr Phillips | Trevin Gates | Tyler Wester © 2018 Highlands Creative Publishing (Admin. by Music Services, Inc.) All rights reserved. www.ccli.com CCLI License # 1245208 How I Need You CCLI Song # 7121830 Bethany Phillips | Chris Griffin | Micah Massey | Nicole McLean © 2018 Highlands Creative Publishing (Admin. by Music Services, Inc.) All rights reserved. www.ccli.com CCLI License # 1245208 In Christ Alone with The Solid Rock © 2002 Thankyou Music (adm worldwide by worshiptogether.com Songs except for the UK and Europe which is adm by Kingsway Music) c/o EMI Christian Music Publishing, Inc., PO Box 5085, 101 Winners Circle, Brentwood, TN 37024."The Solid Rock" - This arrangement by Travis Cottrell and Paul Mills © 2004 Integrity's Hosanna! Music c/o Integrity Media, Inc.,1000 Cody Road, Mobile, Al 36695 All rights reserved. CCLI License # 1245208 ***Worship and Technical Teams*** Jason Andino - Worship Pastor __________________________ Deana Allen - Vocals Gail Allen - Vocals Kelli Andino - Vocals Samantha Burris - Vocals Leah Busick - Vocals Kenny Grimes - Vocals Mark James - Vocals Beth Laswell - Vocals Savannah Shafer - Vocals Carly Wheeler - Vocals Karen Wheeler - Vocals __________________________ Beckett Debusk - Bass Guitar Wes Burris - Bass Guitar Vicki Gregor - Piano/Pads Steve Marino - Acoustic Guitar Kirk Vincent - Percussion Grant Wheeler - Drums __________________________ Jeff Brown - Camera Matthew Kirby - Camera / Audio & Video Post Production Dan-el Ponath - Audio Recording Dave Wheeler - Audio Recording / Worship Audio Post Production

Tune in starting at 11:00 AM, then stick around to the end for a special announcement from Pastor Jason! *** Service Order *** Worship - In Christ Alone with The Solid Rock Worship - How I Need You The Lord's Supper - Pastor Tom & Pastor Dave Worship - Cover The Earth Message - Pastor Tom Response Time Generosity - Pastor Andrew Announcement - Pastor Jason ********************* In Christ Alone with The Solid Rock © 2002 Thankyou Music (adm worldwide by worshiptogether.com Songs except for the UK and Europe which is adm by Kingsway Music) c/o EMI Christian Music Publishing, Inc., PO Box 5085, 101 Winners Circle, Brentwood, TN 37024."The Solid Rock" - This arrangement by Travis Cottrell and Paul Mills © 2004 Integrity's Hosanna! Music c/o Integrity Media, Inc.,1000 Cody Road, Mobile, Al 36695 All rights reserved. CCLI License # 1245208 How I Need You CCLI Song # 7121830 Bethany Phillips | Chris Griffin | Micah Massey | Nicole McLean © 2018 Highlands Creative Publishing (Admin. by Music Services, Inc.) All rights reserved. www.ccli.com CCLI License # 1245208 Cover The Earth CCLI Song # 7117586 Cody Carnes | Daniella Young © Capitol CMG Paragon (Admin. by Capitol CMG Publishing) Writer's Roof Publishing (Admin. by Capitol CMG Publishing) Remaining portion is unaffiliated All rights reserved. www.ccli.com CCLI License # 1245208 Worship and Technical Teams: Jason Andino - Worship Pastor __________________________ Deana Allen - Vocals Gail Allen - Vocals Kelli Andino - Vocals Mark James - Vocals Beth Laswell - Vocals Savannah Shafer - Vocals Carly Wheeler - Vocals __________________________ Beckett DeBusk - Bass Guitar Vicki Gregor - Piano/Pads Steve Marino - Acoustic Guitar Kirk Vincent - Percussion Grant Wheeler - Drums __________________________ Jeff Brown - Camera Matthew Kirby - Camera / Audio & Video Post Production Dan Ponath - Audio Recording Dave Wheeler - Audio Recording / Worship Audio Post Production

On this episode we get to talk with Krissy Nordhoff. She is a Dove Award-winning professional songwriter (Integrity Music), co-founder of the Brave songwriting community, author, and creator of the Writing Worship Course and Worship Songwriter Mentorship. Her songs have been recorded by a variety of artists including Natalie Grant, Jenn Johnson (Bethel Music), Tauren Wells, Mandisa, Darlene Zschech, David and Nicole Binion, Travis Cottrell, Prestonwood Worship, Corey Voss, Dustin Smith, Phillips, Craig & Dean and many others. Passionate about training and encouraging the next generation of worship songwriters, Krissy now mentors, teaches and creates resources, including informative podcasts and a “Songwriter Personality Test.” She has also penned a new book, Writing Worship: How To Craft Heartfelt Songs for the Church (David C Cook) that offers spiritual and practical insights for aspiring songwriters and worship teams that want to write original songs for their congregations. Krissy, Eric, and their three children live in Thompson’s Station, Tennessee, near Nashville. Connect with Krissy: KrissyNordhoff.com BraveWorship.com Connect with us: facebook.com/wisdommoonofficial instagram.com/wisdommoon marketingwithwisdom.com TheArtistMentorship.com Listen/Subscribe: Apple Podcasts Spotify Anchor

Urbancrest Worship: O Praise The Name (Anástasis) CCLI Song # 7037787 Benjamin Hastings | Dean Ussher | Marty Sampson © 2015 Hillsong Music Publishing Australia (Admin. by Capitol CMG Publishing) All rights reserved. www.ccli.com CCLI License # 1245208 In Christ Alone with The Solid Rock © 2002 Thankyou Music (adm worldwide by worshiptogether.com Songs except for the UK and Europe which is adm by Kingsway Music) c/o EMI Christian Music Publishing, Inc., PO Box 5085, 101 Winners Circle, Brentwood, TN 37024."The Solid Rock" - This arrangement by Travis Cottrell and Paul Mills © 2004 Integrity's Hosanna! Music c/o Integrity Media, Inc.,1000 Cody Road, Mobile, Al 36695 All rights reserved. CCLI License # 1245208 Here Again CCLI Song # 7111925 Amy Corbett | Chris Brown | Steven Furtick © Music by Elevation Worship Publishing (Admin. by Essential Music Publishing LLC) All rights reserved. www.ccli.com CCLI License # 1245208 Special thanks to our incredible worship ministry and their willingness to lead you in worship this week! Jason Andino - Worship Pastor __________________________ Deana Allen - Vocals Beth Laswell - Vocals Savannah Shafer - Vocals __________________________ Vicki Gregor - Piano/Pads Steve Marino - Acoustic Guitar Kirk Vincent - Percussion __________________________ Jeff Brown - Camera Matthew Kirby - Camera / Post Production Dave Wheeler - Audio Recording / Audio Post Production

We weren't planning to record an episode this week, but then we (the Hudsons) cancelled our Spring Break trip, and the country pretty much shut down, and suddenly that empty podcast calendar looked like a bit of an opportunity. SO. On this week's episode Melanie and I are so happy to get to talk to our great friend Travis Cottrell, also known as FryDaddy here on the podcast. Travis is a worship leader, a gifted singer and songwriter, and the brother Melanie and I didn't even know we were missing until around 2007. He also happens to be one of the funniest people we know.  It won't be a surprise to listen and realize that our conversation is all over the place, but the up side of that is that we cover a lot of ground. We discuss what we're cooking during the quarantine, share our favorite snacks (salty and sweet), and ponder whether or not we should be trying on our jeans every couple of days to make sure they still fit. We also talk about how we became friends and whether the three of us have ever thought about doing a live show together (short answer: yes ma'am). :-)  Hope y'all enjoy! Become a Patron! Show Notes: - White Bean, Orzo, and Spinach soup (Melanie added Italian sausage to the recipe) - French Onion Beef Sliders for a Crowd - Inside Studio G with Garth and Trisha (this is just a clip - the whole video isn't up any more) - The Road I'm On - the best TV of 2020 - Garth's first Facebook video - Matthew McConaughey Coronavirus video - Jimmy Fallon's Tonight Show from home - Travis' most recent album, Spirit Rise - Melanie's most recent book, On the Bright Side - Isaiah 42:16 - Psalm 46 - Coram Deo (1992) - Isaiah 43:19 - Homemade Kettle Corn - The SNL sketch that was instant bonding for Travis and me - Our Amazon Shop

Krissy Nordhoff is a professional songwriter, co-founder of the Brave songwriting community, author, and creator of The Writing Worship Course. Realizing that her dreams were shifting away from travel and performing, Krissy began to focus on songwriting. Along the way, she garnered three Dove Award nominations for her efforts and won a Dove Award for Worship Song of the Year for the beloved anthem “Your Great Name,” inspired by her own health battle and God's healing. Her songs have been recorded by a variety of artists including Natalie Grant, Jenn Johnson (Bethel Music), Tauren Wells, Mandisa, Darlene Zschech, David and Nicole Binion, Travis Cottrell, Prestonwood Worship, Corey Voss, Dustin Smith, Phillips, Craig & Dean and many others. Passionate about training and encouraging the next generation of worship songwriters, Krissy now mentors, teaches and creates resources, including informative podcasts and a “Songwriter Personality Test.” She has also penned a new book, Writing Worship: How To Craft Heartfelt Songs for the Church (David C Cook) that offers spiritual and practical insights for aspiring songwriters and worship teams that want to write original songs for their congregations. LINKS: https://krissynordhoff.com Krissy's Book Songwriter's Personality Test http://www.braveworship.com CREATE:initiative Gatherings @crtinitiative

Well, if you have dreamed of an in-depth weigh-in on the current Royal Family shenanigans, this may be the episode you've been waiting for. Suffice it to say that Melanie has some thoughts, and oh, has she ever done her research. We also discuss our new favorite Netflix show, and I don't mean to brag, but I'm pretty sure I PR'd in terms of viewing time. You'll be happy to know that I blazed through those six episodes like a champion. We also talk about our friend Travis' FANTASTIC new album called Spirit Rise (Melanie and I both adore it) as well as our realization that we don't really care about awards shows anymore. Our 20-something selves don't know how to process this development. Enjoy, everybody! Become a Patron! We'd love for you to subscribe on iTunes, and we'd be honored if you'd leave us a review. Show Notes: - Conecuh Sausage - Family Savvy - Sussex Royal - "Money Can't Buy You Class" - Mrs. Kravitz - Trailer for Cheer on Netflix - Cheer on Netflix (not for the children - the language is rough) - Spinning Out on Netflix (Mel thinks it may have potential) - Spirit Rise by our friend and favorite podcast guest Travis Cottrell on Apple Music - Spirit Rise by our friend and favorite podcast guest Travis Cottrell on Spotify - Our BigBoo Amazon Shop Sponsors: - care/of (use promo code BIGBOOCAST50 for 50% off your first order)

The Worship Together Team recaps the end of 2019 and Travis Cottrell shares insight into his latest album release “Spirit Rise”. Travis shares his thoughts on the importance of writing accessible songs for the local church, and explains how serving and sharing real-life experiences with people in his congregation has shaped his songwriting. 

"Now there were in the same country shepherds living out in the fields, keeping watch over their flock by night. And behold, an angel of the Lord stood before them, and the glory of the Lord shone around them, and they were greatly afraid. Then the angel said to them, “Do not be afraid, for behold, I bring you good tidings of great joy which will be to all people. For there is born to you this day in the city of David a Savior, who is Christ the Lord. And this will be the sign to you: You will find a Babe wrapped in swaddling cloths, lying in a manger.” And suddenly there was with the angel a multitude of the heavenly host praising God and saying: “Glory to God in the highest, And on earth peace, goodwill toward men!”" Joy To The World - Lyric Video Words by: Isaac Watts Music by: George Freidrich Händel New Words and Music by: Ben Tan, Melodie Wagner, Michael Guy Chislett, Autumn Hardman, and Harrison Wood. Arranged by: Travis Cottrell

This is our last regular episode of 2019 (still more goodness to come this Sunday over on Patreon, though), and man oh man do we have ourselves some laughs. From how much we love Lane Kiffin's Twitter to the motivational speeches that we give our kids to our rage when people back into parking places (THE NERVE, I TELL YOU), it is good times aplenty on episode 165. We also do a little reflecting on this past decade (so many changes!), and I share a v.v. important mascara tip that our friend Marti in Charlotte was kind enough to pass along for the good of the group. Plus, Melanie has a Netflix recommendation. So basically it's a win all the way around, and MERRY CHRISTMAS, EVERY ONE. Enjoy, y'all! Become a Patron! We'd love for you to subscribe on iTunes, and we'd be honored if you'd leave us a review. Show Notes: - Notability - Sophie's favorite notes app - Joe Burrow's Heisman speech - Lane Kiffin's Twitter - Nitro Cold Brew with Sweet Cream - Justin Timberlake & Chris Stapleton "Drink You Away" - Virgin River - If you'd like to hear our final bonus episode of 2019 (with our funny, gifted friend Travis Cottrell) (episode releases on 12/22), join us over at Patreon! Sponsor: - Magic Spoon Cereal (promo code BIGBOO for free shipping)

So true story: we spend the first ten minutes of this episode talking about the raccoon that was in Melanie's chimney. I feel like I may never get to write a sentence like that again. Anyway, we talk about the raccoon, and we talk about Melanie and Caroline's recent trip to College Station. We also discuss the latest with my bathroom remodel, the latest with college football, and the latest with some coaches we have grown to admire over the years - complete with a Tender Hallmark Moment (TM) about Why Coaches Matter (and man oh man - do they ever matter). Also, mark your calendars for our Christmas Gift Guide Episode the week of November 18th, and we'll have a special Christmas episode with our beloved Travis Cottrell on Patreon in early December. Fun times ahoy, everyone. Hope you enjoy this episode! Become a Patron! Show Notes: - The Big Boo Amazon Shop - Succession on HBO (THIS IS NOT FOR THE CHILDREN OR THE TEENAGERS) - Poldark on PBS - Behold the Lamb of God by Andrew Peterson on iTunes and Spotify - p.s. The Madewell boots were gone, so I ordered these little beauties instead. Fingers crossed that they fit. :-) Sponsors: - Simple Contacts (promo code BIGBOO20 for $20 off your first order) - FabFitFun (promo code BIGBOO for $10 off your first subscription box)

Summer is over and we are back! Tune in for a full recap of the latest 2019 summer releases and listen to Travis Cottrell's talk from our Worship Together 2019 Conference. Travis is known for working alongside Beth Moore as the event worship leader for Living Proof Ministries and has recorded Dove Award winning solo projects, including the critically acclaimed Jesus Saves (Live).  Currently serving as the worship pastor at Englewood Baptist Church in Jackson, TN, Travis shares incredible insight on shepherding a worship team and speaks into the importance of people being greater than music.

Michelle shares this "everyday" Christmas song recorded by Travis Cottrell ten years ago and talks through it in the context of Christmas.

Michelle shares this "everyday" Christmas song recorded by Travis Cottrell ten years ago and talks through it in the context of Christmas.

By all accounts, Tony Wood is the epitome of successful Christian songwriting. Take five minutes now to read the following list of artists who’ve recorded his songs and then ask yourself if Tony Wood might not have something very valuable to say to you about how to craft songs that span genres, styles, and even generations.With over 700 songs recorded in the Christian music marketplace, Tony Wood songs have been recorded by Point Of Grace, Michael W. Smith, SELAH, 4-Him, Sandi Patty, Natalie Grant, Avalon, Ginny Owens, Mark Schultz, Brian Littrell (of the Backstreet Boys), Matt Redman, KUTLESS, Steven Curtis Chapman, Chris August, Mark Hall (of Casting Crowns), Group 1 Crew, Big Daddy Weave, Pocket Full of Rocks, FFH, Mandisa, Chris Sligh, Mark Harris, Francesca Battistelli, Colton Dixon, Nicole C. Mullen, Larnelle Harris, All Star United, Building 429, Jason Crabb, Joy Williams, Hawk Nelson, Jaci Valesquez, 33 Miles, Steve Green, PASSION, Gaither Vocal Band, Phillips, Craig & Dean, Royal Tailor, About A Mile, Petra, 7eventh Time Down, Kari Jobe, Anthony Evans, Wayne Watson, Meredith Andrews, Kim Hill, the Museum, Oak Ridge Boys, Don Moen, Rush Of Fools, Kathy Troccoli, Lincoln Brewster, OBB, Moriah Peters, Matt Wertz, Mike Donehey (of Tenth Avenue North), 1 Girl Nation, Aaron*Jeoffrey, Sidewalk Prophets, Guy Penrod, Booth Brothers, Cindy Morgan, Mark Lowry, Geoff Moore, Greg Long, Ricky Skaggs, Travis Cottrell, Kerrie Roberts, Clay Crosse, Scott Krippayne, Talley Trio, Bob Carlisle, Nichol Sponberg, Bill Gaither, Babbie Mason, Christy Nockels, Ian Eskelin, Steve Camp, Jonny Diaz, Russ Taff, Gold City, Ray Boltz, Jill Phillips, Paul Baloche, Aaron Shust, Leeland Mooring, Rob Mathes, Wayne Haun, Michael English, BarlowGirl, Sheila Walsh, Warren Barfield, Joseph Habedank, I AM THEY, Amber Nelon Thompson, Ronnie Freeman, TaRanda Greene, Brian Free and Assurance, NEWSONG, Susan Ashton, Veritas, Jim Brady Trio, Jody McBrayer, Matthew West, Tim Rushlow, Jessica Simpson, All Things New, Todd Agnew, Ronan Tynan, Legacy Five, Janet Paschall, Nelons, OBB, Kim Boyce, Gary Chapman, the Martins, Charles Billingsley, Russ Lee, Michael O’Brien, GLAD, First Call, Imperials, Karen Peck & New River, TRUTH, Alisa Turner and even more…If you’re not impressed with that list, you’re listening to the wrong podcast.In this episode, John Chisum has a fun and very valuable conversation with Tony about his humble beginnings and the leap of faith that brought him to Nashville with no connections, no guarantees, and only the faith that God had called him to become a Christian songwriter. Tony shares candidly about the long journey through trials and setbacks that required a lot of tenacity and faith for him to “make it” years after he settled here with his first song being recorded, as well as his uncertainty that the “next song will ever come.”You can read more about Tony Wood on his website at tonywoodonline.com and follow him on Twitter and Instagram @tonywood_exit71.For more information visit www.nashvillechristiansongwriters.com and join the Successful Christian Songwriters Group on Facebook! Be sure to join NCS MEMBERSHIP today at www.nashvillechristiansongwriters.com  for the finest songwriter resources, coaching, inspiration and information! How to get involved Join the Successful Christian Songwriters Group on Facebook and continue the discussion! https://www.facebook.com/groups/SuccessfulChristianSongwriters/ Check out all of the resources for you to become the songwriter you were meant to be at www.nashvillechristiansongwriters.com   If you liked this episode, be sure to subscribe and leave a quick review on iTunes. It would mean the world to hear your feedback and we’d love for you to help us spread the word!

Well, our good friend Travis Cottrell is back with us this week, and oh, do we have a fine time. However, since y'all know how we like to pride ourselves on technological excellence, you might as well be aware that apparently my microphone wasn't completely plugged in for this episode. So be forewarned that I sound considerably more tin-ny than normal. DO NOT BE DISCOURAGED, however, because Melanie and Travis managed to get their microphones connected and it all works out fine in the end. On this episode we talk about our sleeping preferences (pillows, comforter weight, side of bed, etc.) and prove once and for all that Melanie and I are not low-maintenance individuals. Melanie also shares her surefire method for hacking hotel thermostats, and my enthusiasm for this bit of information probably reveals more about me than I'd like. We also answer more of your questions and cover a whole lot of conversational ground (you have never seen three people agonize more over their hypothetical guests to a hypothetical dinner party than we do). Plus, Neil Diamond shows up. Please do enjoy. Here's where you can get more info on the stuff / products / places we mention:   - The Office - Peace Like A River - Friday Night Lights - The Great British Baking Show - Angela Cottrell's Chocolate Gravy - Amy Grant's Lead Me On - Whitney: Can I Be Me - Bryan Stevenson's Just Mercy - Comedians in Cars Getting Coffee - The Popcast Live Show in Chicago (we can't wait!) - Closing Song 1 - Closing Song 2 - Our Big Boo Cast t-shirts from Milk and Honey Tees (and for the record, this shirt is CRAZY soft) - Schneider. You're welcome. Sponsors: - PrepDish (promo code BIGBOO for two free weeks) - Care/of (promo code BIGBOO for 25% off your first month)

Our good friend Travis Cottrell is with us on this episode, and we have ourselves a blast. We talk about workout needs of extroverts vs. introverts, we hear about Travis' recent regional airline experience, and we answer a bunch of fun questions that people asked on Instagram. Also, please excuse the many phone alerts / dings / beeps that occur in the first part of the episode. We didn't get our phones under control before we started to record, so it takes a few minutes for all three of us to SILENCIO LOS TELEFONOS. We trust this is the level of professionalism to which you've grown accustomed.  Enjoy, y'all! - 9 Round - Wunderlist app - Jo Malone London Wood Sage & Sea Salt (Melanie's favorite) - Jo Malone London Lime Basil & Mandarin (Sophie's favorite) - CKOne - Samsara   - Angela Cottrell on Twitter - Angela Cottrell on Instagram - Jennifer Garner on Instagram SPONSORS: - KIND Kids' Bars (promo code BOOCAST for 20% off your order). Complete offer details at https://www.kindsnacks.com/kidsoffer. - Casper (promo code BIGBOO for $50 off select mattresses; terms & conditions apply) - Simple Contacts (promo code BIGBOO20 for $20 off your first order)

“This isn’t about what I want to say or what I think, the song has to be about what people want to hear”   In Episode 74, John Chisum sits down with veteran songwriter, Sue C. Smith. Sue has written 15 #1 songs, including "Mourning Into Dancing" (The Bowlings) in March 2017, and "I Choose Christ" (Karen Peck and New River) in July 2017.  In 2017 she was named Absolutely Gospel Music Songwriter of the Year. She is deeply involved in writing music for the church and for church choirs, having written over 80 musicals which are presented in churches around the world.   “As a songwriter, you have to have the courage to persist with an idea until you find the person that God wants you to write it with”   Sue is a five-time Dove award winning songwriter who has had cuts by Avalon, Jason Crabb, The Oak Ridge Boys, The Crabb Family, Sandi Patty, Guy Penrod, Travis Cottrell, Mark Harris, Larnelle Harris, Steve Green, Janet Paschal, Pure NRG, Triumphant Quartet, Ernie Haase and Signature Sound, Brian Free and Assurance, The Hoppers, and many others. Sue shares her insight into the process of songwriting and gives practical tips that will help you become the songwriter you were always meant to be.   “If we’re going to worship God for all of eternity, we’re going to be writing new songs to sing, so there will be new things to say and new ways to say it”   She and her late husband, John, founded The Write About Jesus Workshop in 2000 and have hosted it each year since then. The workshop has been the launch pad for the songwriting of dozens of fresh voices in Christian music. Write About jesus is also actively engaged in encouraging and training songwriters around the world, and Sue has made visits to Myanmar, India and Uganda in that effort.   To find out more about Sue, visit www.suecsmithsongwriter.com and www.writeaboutjesus.com   Also, here’s a link to the Youtube Video that John mentions in the episode of a song written at the “Write About Jesus” Conference by two 12 year old boys - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ojdzjsF37FI   Some topics we talk about in this episode:   Introduction // Sue C. Smith - 2:10 Sue’s Journey Into Songwriting - 10:08 15 Number One Songs and 93 Musicals - 18:22 The Challenge of Writing a “New” Idea - 22:24 The Vulnerability and Benefits of Co-Writing - 25:02 Bettering Your Craft As a Songwriter - 32:15 Utilizing the Power of Language in Your Songwriting - 43:15 How Sue Approaches the Process of Songwring - 51:22 Wrap Up - 61:15 How to get involved Join the Successful Christian Songwriters Group on Facebook and continue the discussion! https://www.facebook.com/groups/SuccessfulChristianSongwriters/ Check out all of the resources for you to become the songwriter you were meant to be at www.nashvillechristiansongwriters.com   If you liked this episode, be sure to subscribe and leave a quick review on iTunes. It would mean the world to hear your feedback and we’d love for you to help us spread the word!

This week Jimi sits down with songwriter Sue Smith. Sue has written 15 #1 songs, including "Mourning Into Dancing" (The Bowlings) in March 2017, and "I Choose Christ" (Karen Peck and New River) in July 2017.  In 2017 she was named Absolutely Gospel Music Songwriter of the Year.  She is deeply involved in writing music for the church and for church choirs, having written over 80 musicals which are presented in churches around the world.  Sue is a five-time Dove award-winning songwriter who has had cuts by Avalon, Jason Crabb, The Oak Ridge Boys, The Crabb Family, Sandi Patty, Guy Penrod, Travis Cottrell, Mark Harris, Larnelle Harris, Steve Green, Janet Paschal, Pure NRG, Triumphant Quartet, Ernie Haase and Signature Sound, Brian Free and Assurance, The Hoppers, and many others.  Connect with Worship Together:  Twitter: https://twitter.com/worshiptogether Facebook: facebook.com/worshiptogether  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/worshiptogether/?hl=en Hosted by: Jimi Williams   David Gutekunst Jessica Sweet  Hunter Sims Production and Editing by Form & Function –– formandfunctionmedia.com  Worship Together is the number one resource for Worship Leaders. Find free resources and videos at worshiptogether.com

Dove Award-winning worship leader-songwriter Travis Cottrell (http://traviscottrell.com) continues the conversation on this second of two-parts table talk on what “worship” truly means—more than music. Hosts Mark Lowry and Andrew Greer also invite Grammy winners Sandi Patty (http://sandipatty.com) and Michael W. Smith (http://www.michaelwsmith.com), as well as Dove Award-winning singer-songwriter Nicole C. Mullen (http://nicolecmullen.com), to weigh in on the insightful dialogue. Don't miss a single episode— subscribe below! Sponsors:

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Dove Award-winning worship leader-songwriter Travis Cottrell (http://traviscottrell.com) continues the conversation on this second of two-parts table talk on what “worship” truly means—more than music. Hosts Mark Lowry and Andrew Greer also invite Grammy winners Sandi Patty (http://sandipatty.com) and Michael W. Smith (http://www.michaelwsmith.com), as well as Dove Award-winning singer-songwriter Nicole C. Mullen (http://nicolecmullen.com), to weigh in on the insightful dialogue. Don't miss a single episode— subscribe below! Sponsors:

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Dove Award winner Travis Cottrell (http://traviscottrell.com) is one of the modern church's leading worship leaders and songwriters. Travis sits down with show hosts Mark Lowry and Andrew Greer for this 1 of 2 parts interactive conversation about what "worship" means inside and outside the context of music. Hymn historian and best-selling author Robert J. Morgan (http://www.robertjmorgan.com) chimes in and urban-pop duo Seth & Nirva (http://sethandnirva.com) lend their voices to Travis’ song, “The Power of the Cross." Don't miss a single episode— subscribe below! Subscribe:On iTunes: http://bit.ly/dinnerconvosIT On YouTube: http://goo.gl/iUwdCL Sponsors:Partner with Dinner Conversations and Project Beautiful in intercepting lives from the terrors of human trafficking: http://projectbeautiful.org/dinnerconversations Follow us: Website: http://dinner-conversations.com Facebook: https://facebook.com/DinnerConversationsMarkAndrew Instagram: https://instagram.com/DinnerConvosMarkAndrew

Dove Award winner Travis Cottrell (http://traviscottrell.com) is one of the modern church's leading worship leaders and songwriters. Travis sits down with show hosts Mark Lowry and Andrew Greer for this 1 of 2 parts interactive conversation about what "worship" means inside and outside the context of music. Hymn historian and best-selling author Robert J. Morgan (http://www.robertjmorgan.com) chimes in and urban-pop duo Seth & Nirva (http://sethandnirva.com) lend their voices to Travis’ song, “The Power of the Cross." Don't miss a single episode— subscribe below! Subscribe:On iTunes: http://bit.ly/dinnerconvosIT On YouTube: http://goo.gl/iUwdCL Sponsors:Partner with Dinner Conversations and Project Beautiful in intercepting lives from the terrors of human trafficking: http://projectbeautiful.org/dinnerconversations Follow us: Website: http://dinner-conversations.com Facebook: https://facebook.com/DinnerConversationsMarkAndrew Instagram: https://instagram.com/DinnerConvosMarkAndrew

This is part two of our recent conversation with our funny, wise, loves-him-some-80's-music friend, Travis Cottrell. After we wrapped up lo, all of our many thoughts about 80's songs, we moved into some serious reminiscing (at least from Melanie and me) about the country music of the early 90s. And then we talked about at least twenty more artists / songs that filled our 20s with love and happiness and all manner of wonderful memories. You can find links to those playlists in the show notes. We also got to ask Travis some questions about recording his latest worship album, The Reason, and we had the best time listening to him talk about that process. There's also a moment where all three of us demonstrated some significant affection for Popeye's, and really, this should be no surprise at all. Up next: episode 100! Thanks for listening, everybody. Here's where you can get more info on the stuff / products / places we mention: Travis' new worship album, The Reason The BigBoo Best of 90's Country playlist on Spotify The BigBoo Best of 90's Country playlist on Apple Music The BigBooFry Best of the Late 80s / 90s playlist on Spotify The BigBooFry Best of the Late 80s / 90s playlist on Apple Music "What A Beautiful Name / Angus Dei" video with Travis and Lily Travis and "The Reason" on New Song Cafe' Sponsors: KIND Snack Club

As you can imagine, Melanie and I were delighted to have our good friend Travis Cottrell join us on Episode 98. We caught up on life in general - what's been going on with our kids, spring sports, Travis' feelings about the reboot of American Idol - and we also talked a little about Travis' FANTASTIC new worship album, The Reason. More than anything else, though, we enjoyed the fire out of a discussion about music from the 70s and 80s. It was a musical memory lane to beat the band (see what I did there)? It was so in-depth, in fact, that I finally decided to make a playlist of (almost) everything we mentioned (WHY isn't "And When She Danced" from Stealing Home available on any sort of streaming service, I ask you?). All that to say: we had a blast talking with Travis - so much so that there will be a part 2 posted in the next few days. Hope y'all enjoy it! Here's where you can get more info on the stuff / products / places we mention: Travis' new album The Reason The Good Place This Is Us Rise "And When She Danced" from Stealing Home (thanks, YouTube!) Here's a playlist of most of the music we talk about (Spotify). Here's a playlist of most of the music we talk about (Apple Music).  Sponsors: Bissell Bark Bath Universal Standard 

Travis Cottrell is a Dove Award-winning worship leader, songwriter, and author. In addition to having served as Beth Moore’s worship leader for almost two decades, he has released several solo albums, including Jesus Saves, Live and All That Is Within Me. In the fall of 2010, Travis released his first book, Surprised By Worship. His newest album, The Reason is available now.   This episode is sponsored by Planning Center. www.planning.center Connect with Worship Together:  Twitter: https://twitter.com/worshiptogether Facebook: facebook.com/worshiptogether  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/worshiptogether/?hl=en   Hosted by: Jimi Williams  David "Gutie" Gutekunst Jessica Sweet  Production and Editing by Form & Function –– formandfunctionmedia.com  Worship Together is the number one resource for Worship Leaders. Find free resources and videos at worshiptogether.com

Our good friend Travis Cottrell is with us on this episode of the podcast, and we talk about all manner of unrelated topics. We dig into some Christmas traditions, discuss our favorite Christmas music, break down the college football play-offs (along with our coaching changes), and ponder the deep well of teenage sarcasm that is currently full to overflowing in all of our homes. Also, you'd better believe that Neil Diamond makes an appearance. Or two. Or three. Be warned: Melanie, Travis, and I talk about so much stuff that you may never get through all the links. But in case you'd like to try, you can find most of what we mention below. Hope y'all enjoy this one - we sure did have a blast recording it. - Travis Cottrell - Russian Tea  - Mannheim Steamroller's "Silent Night" (Trav's all-time fave) - Travis' Ring the Bells Christmas album - Audrey Assad's "Winter Snow" (Mel's all-time fave) - Daniel Renstrom's "Come, Thou Long Expected Jesus" (Soph's all-time fave) - Christy Nockels' "The King is Coming" - A Charlie Brown Christmas - Melanie's Christmas Toffee - Sophie's favorite Chex Mix recipe - Sophie's favorite Christmas gift she's ever received (aka "my precious) - Red Bubble (SO MANY great things for teenagers) - Playstation 4 - Elf on a Shelf (clearly Sophie will not be purchasing) :-) - Travis' Christmas sweater - Travis, Beth Moore, & Mandisa on the Living Proof Christmas Special (starts around 19:52) - Mandisa's testimony - Neil Diamond Christmas playlist - Travis on Instagram - Melanie on Instagram - Sophie on Instagram

Enjoy this REVING The Word podcast/workout with Alisa Keeton, the founder of Revelation Wellness. Push play the next time you go for a walk, run, hike, bike or anytime you are moving your body. Each podcast leads you through a coached workout while speaking God's word over your life and is supported by inspirational and uplifting music. Check out www.RevelationWellness.org for more ways you can use fitness as your tool to grow in love.  PLAYLIST: Into the Blue - Rationale Falls - Odesza Halls Of Heaven - Jesus Culture Even If - Mercy Me Love Has A Name - Jesus Culture Your Love Defends Me - Matt Maher Holy Visitation - Rita Springer Be Exalted - Ramp Worship Unashamed love - Travis Cottrell

Enjoy this REVING The Word podcast/workout with Alisa Keeton, the founder of Revelation Wellness. Push play the next time you go for a walk, run, hike, bike or anytime you are moving your body. Each podcast leads you through a coached workout while speaking God's word over your life and is supported by inspirational and uplifting music. Check out www.RevelationWellness.org for more ways you can use fitness as your tool to grow in love.  PLAYLIST: Into the Blue - Rationale Falls - Odesza Halls Of Heaven - Jesus Culture Even If - Mercy Me Love Has A Name - Jesus Culture Your Love Defends Me - Matt Maher Holy Visitation - Rita Springer Be Exalted - Ramp Worship Unashamed love - Travis Cottrell

By all accounts, Tony Wood is the epitome of successful Christian songwriting. Take five minutes now to read the following list of artists who’ve recorded his songs and then ask yourself if Tony Wood might not have something very valuable to say to you about how to craft songs that span genres, styles, and even generations. With over 700 songs recorded in the Christian music marketplace, Tony Wood songs have been recorded by Point Of Grace, Michael W. Smith, SELAH, 4-Him, Sandi Patty, Natalie Grant, Avalon, Ginny Owens, Mark Schultz, Brian Littrell (of the Backstreet Boys), Matt Redman, KUTLESS, Steven Curtis Chapman, Chris August, Mark Hall (of Casting Crowns), Group 1 Crew, Big Daddy Weave, Pocket Full of Rocks, FFH, Mandisa, Chris Sligh, Mark Harris, Francesca Battistelli, Colton Dixon, Nicole C. Mullen, Larnelle Harris, All Star United, Building 429, Jason Crabb, Joy Williams, Hawk Nelson, Jaci Valesquez, 33 Miles, Steve Green, PASSION, Gaither Vocal Band, Phillips, Craig & Dean, Royal Tailor, About A Mile, Petra, 7eventh Time Down, Kari Jobe, Anthony Evans, Wayne Watson, Meredith Andrews, Kim Hill, the Museum, Oak Ridge Boys, Don Moen, Rush Of Fools, Kathy Troccoli, Lincoln Brewster, OBB, Moriah Peters, Matt Wertz, Mike Donehey (of Tenth Avenue North), 1 Girl Nation, Aaron*Jeoffrey, Sidewalk Prophets, Guy Penrod, Booth Brothers, Cindy Morgan, Mark Lowry, Geoff Moore, Greg Long, Ricky Skaggs, Travis Cottrell, Kerrie Roberts, Clay Crosse, Scott Krippayne, Talley Trio, Bob Carlisle, Nichol Sponberg, Bill Gaither, Babbie Mason, Christy Nockels, Ian Eskelin, Steve Camp, Jonny Diaz, Russ Taff, Gold City, Ray Boltz, Jill Phillips, Paul Baloche, Aaron Shust, Leeland Mooring, Rob Mathes, Wayne Haun, Michael English, BarlowGirl, Sheila Walsh, Warren Barfield, Joseph Habedank, I AM THEY, Amber Nelon Thompson, Ronnie Freeman, TaRanda Greene, Brian Free and Assurance, NEWSONG, Susan Ashton, Veritas, Jim Brady Trio, Jody McBrayer, Matthew West, Tim Rushlow, Jessica Simpson, All Things New, Todd Agnew, Ronan Tynan, Legacy Five, Janet Paschall, Nelons, OBB, Kim Boyce, Gary Chapman, the Martins, Charles Billingsley, Russ Lee, Michael O’Brien, GLAD, First Call, Imperials, Karen Peck & New River, TRUTH, Alisa Turner and even more… If you’re not impressed with that list, you’re listening to the wrong podcast. In this episode, John Chisum has a fun and very valuable conversation with Tony about his humble beginnings and the leap of faith that brought him to Nashville with no connections, no guarantees, and only the faith that God had called him to become a Christian songwriter. Tony shares candidly about the long journey through trials and setbacks that required a lot of tenacity and faith for him to “make it” years after he settled here with his first song being recorded, as well as his uncertainty that the “next song will ever come.” You can read more about Tony Wood on his website at tonywoodonline.com and follow him on Twitter and Instagram @tonywood_exit71. For more information visit www.nashvillechristiansongwriters.com and join the Successful Christian Songwriters Group on Facebook! Be sure to join NCS MEMBERSHIP today at www.nashvillechristiansongwriters.com  for the finest songwriter resources, coaching, inspiration and information!

It's always a treat to have our friend Travis Cottrell on the podcast, and this episode is no exception. We cover a wide stretch of conversational ground: favorite football snacks, the wonder of an Amish donut, our ever-growing kids, current Bible study options, and, of course, our obsession with rose hip oil. (That last one was more of a discussion between Melanie and me. But Travis was as patient as he could be when we talked about it.) (Or maybe he was just distracted.) We also reminisce about shampoos from the 70s. I would try to give you some context, but it's probably just easier if you listen for yourself. And no joke: Melanie must have taken her one-liner pill before we recorded; there are some Shankle Gems (I think we may have to trademark that phrase) (only not really) scattered throughout. Enjoy, y'all! Here's where you can get more info on the stuff / products / places we mention: - Travis Cottrell - Nut Thins crackers - Chicken in a Biscuit crackers - Beanitos - Melanie and Perry's wedding picture - "George. George Glass." - Awaken by Priscilla Shirer - Goliath Must Fall by Louie Giglio (from Sophie: I totally forgot to mention that this book is what our small group is reading this fall) - Community Worship San Antonio - Entrusted by Beth Moore - Seamless by Angie Smith - The One Year Josh McDowell's Youth Devotions - Teddie Organics Rose Hip Oil - Toni Home Perm - "The Best Beauty Lessons We've Picked Up From Kate Middleton" - Dear Evan Hansen - Melanie's new book - Church of the Small Things - Sophie's new journaling devotional - All in All - Melanie on Twitter and Instagram - Sophie on Twitter and Instagram

Earlier today Melanie and I decided to try to record a podcast, and lo and behold, our schedules cooperated. Then, on a whim, I texted our good friend Travis Cottrell to see if he could join us, and when he said that he could, I'm pretty sure that I heard some angels sing. Or maybe that was just Hazel barking at the UPS driver. But regardless, it was a moment. So. We discuss our thoughts about conveying tone in texts, the latest on Melanie's kitchen (complete with a coffee bar update), and then we cover a wide range of ground with Travis, including our favorite moments of 2016. Also, in keeping with the theme of our delivery-heavy holiday season, Hazel barks a good bit. I'm just as sorry as I can be about that. Enjoy, y'all! (You can find show notes on either of our blogs - http://boomama.net or http://thebigmamablog.com.)

This week at our Community Gathering for Worship we welcomed Travis Cottrell, presenter of the Spring 2014 Hearn Music Innovator Series at Baylor University. He currently serves as Worship Pastor at Englewood Baptist Church in Jackson, TN, and for the last fifteen years he has served as worship leader at Beth Moore?s Living Proof Live conferences.

This week at our Community Gathering for Worship we welcomed Travis Cottrell, presenter of the Spring 2014 Hearn Music Innovator Series at Baylor University. He currently serves as Worship Pastor at Englewood Baptist Church in Jackson, TN, and for the last fifteen years he has served as worship leader at Beth Moore?s Living Proof Live conferences.

This is our first podcast with A Very Special Guest Star. Ladies and gentlemen, Travis Cottrell. {wild applause} {and also, quite a bit of woo-hoo'ing} And while you might think that Big Mama and I tried to be all subdued and professional and calm during this podcast, you would be wrong. Travis, God love him, had to listen to a great deal of Talk About Dresses that I edited out, but we were kind enough to not drag him into some sort of discussion about our hair. That would have been cruel and unusual punishment indeed. However, we do talk about The Office, Angela's Legendary Jeans, and the fact that my town is about to get a fancy new department store. I know. Travis was probably screaming on the inside, desperately pleading with God for one of us to PLEASE TALK ABOUT FOOTBALL. And if the beginning of the podcast sounds disjointed, that's because it is. You will think, "I don't believe they mentioned that before," and you will be right. I had to do some serious editing to the very beginning because of all our talking and rambling and rambling some more, but after about five minutes, the narrative structure will be CRYSTAL CLEAR, my friends. Or not. But still. We can pretend. And once we get going, the three of us spend a lot of time on the internets' (great and oh-so-fun) questions; there's all sorts of cool info about how Travis and Angela met, what happened when they went to American Idol, and how Travis started doing ministry with that girl named Beth who has written some Bible studies and EVEN SOME BOOKS, Y'ALL. They say she speaks, too, but I'm not sure that I believe them. We didn't get through all the questions - not by a long shot - and that is why we've already planned a part 2. And a part 3. Because for Big Mama and me, this whole process has been like finding a brother we never knew we had. And for Travis, this whole process has been like finding two sisters he's not entirely sure he wants. Because he has plenty of real sisters already. And Big Mama and I can be a little loud. Oh, it is a precious time.