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This podcast is meant to encourage, inspire, and equip you in your Christian walk. Topics are varied (marriage/family, Bible studies, examining faith-based culture including music/books/entertainment, and looking at current news and headlines in the light of the Gospel). Additional content (monthly blogs and devotional sign-up) can be found at https://derekcharlesjohnson.com/blog and https://derekcharlesjohnson.com/as-bold-as-lions.
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Hosted by Jeffrey Howard, editor-in-chief of Erraticus, Damn the Absolute! is a show about our relationship to ideas. Doing our damnedest not to block the path of inquiry. Produced by Erraticus. www.erraticus.co damntheabsolute.substack.com
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“Extra” talks to the biggest celebrities and newsmakers around for breaking entertainment news, pop culture headlines and behind-the-scenes information from your favorite TV series and movies. But we only can fit so much into a 30-minute daily show! That’s where “Extra: The Podcast” comes in. Just like Extra: the daily news magazine, Extra: The Podcast brings you the week’s major headlines as well as extended versions of our biggest interviews. Since there's no time limit, you’ll get to hear ...
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Send us a text Rebooting a series that debuted in 2021, this week we are looking at Abraham and the path he took as he courageously obeyed his God. Our text comes from Genesis 22, the retelling of Abraham's sacrifice of his son Isaac. Isaac was the promised heir and the one through which God would make Abraham a mighty nation. In choosing to follow…
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Send us a text Seek the Lord while He may be found; call upon Him while He is near; let the wicked forsake his way, and the unrighteous man his thoughts; let him return to the Lord, that He may have compassion on him, and to our God, for He will abundantly pardon. For My thoughts are not your thoughts, neither are your ways My ways, declares the Lo…
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Send us a text Finishing up this last group of 3 episodes in this series (Stuff That's Been On My Mind), we're diving into the election. Yes it is on everyone's mind. No I don't intend to tell you who to vote for. But as a Christian, I believe we CANNOT afford to sit this one out. 2024 will have lasting implications for our country. We must pray, g…
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Send us a text Is revival possible in our lifetime? For Christians, especially believers in the United States, we have longed for and prayed for revival for many years. And in some places we are seeing pockets of revival and moves of God that are stirring many to follow Him. But could a widespread, wide-scale awakening happen in our day? This episo…
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Send us a text Indeed, all who desire to live a godly life in Christ Jesus will be persecuted. 2 Timothy 3:12 Rebooting a series that was started in May, we look again at another topic that has been on Derek's mind lately. The discussion of persecution -- especially in the Western Church -- has been a growing concern. Whether or not we consider Ame…
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Send us a text What then shall we say to these things? If God is for us, who can be against us? Romans 8:31 With all the doom and gloom in this world, it can be hard sometimes as Christians to see what good there is. We can long for eternity and even "check out" of the things going on here on Earth, hoping for Christ's soon return. However, we are …
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Send us a text He also said to the crowds, “When you see a cloud rising in the west, you say at once, ‘A shower is coming.’ And so it happens. And when you see the south wind blowing, you say, ‘There will be scorching heat,’ and it happens. You hypocrites! You know how to interpret the appearance of earth and sky, but why do you not know how to int…
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Send us a text But I have this against you, that you tolerate that woman Jezebel, who calls herself a prophetess and is teaching and seducing my servants to practice sexual immorality and to eat food sacrificed to idols. Revelation 2:20 In this last installment of the "Stuff That's Been On My Mind" series, we take a look at the Jezebel spirit. This…
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Send us a text What has been is what will be, and what has been done is what will be done, and there is nothing new under the sun. Ecclesiastes 1:9 A year spent in Artificial Intelligence is enough to make one believe in God. Alan Jay Perlis. On this next installment of "Stuff That's Been On My Mind," we look at A.I. (Artificial Intelligence) and f…
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Send us a text DC Talk's song "What If I Stumble?" from their 1995 Jesus Freak album, feature the opening lyrics Is this one for the people? Is this one for the Lord? Or do I simply serenade for things I must afford? What has always been a temptation with the platform and with the stage is to make the person(s) bigger than the message. Today a quic…
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Send us a text Thus says the LORD to you “Do not be afraid and do not be dismayed at this great horde, for the battle is not yours but God’s”. 2 Chronicles 20:15 When the people of Judah face a fierce opponent in 2 Chronicles 20, there is a right response made by King Jehoshaphat. Even as he is afraid of the enemies of Moab and Ammon, the king call…
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Send us a text In the Book of Judges, a sad thing happens to the people of Israel; God's chosen people for His promise: they fall into sin and disobedience. After the years of being delivered, crossing the Red Sea, and even settling into the Promised Land, the people have done the very thing God warned them not to do. They fell for the gods and ido…
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Send us a text As we follow Christ, there is a tendency that can always creep in to lull our hearts away from Him. This temptation can take various forms. Sometimes we can ask "If I am doing all of this for the Lord, where is the payoff for me personally?" This can be very subtle and an idea that grows over time. We see that in other aspects of lif…
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The fan favorite who got Joey’s heart racing on “The Bachelor” this season is ready to make her own mark in TV history as the first Asian-American “Bachelorette.” “Extra” sits down with the 26-year-old physician’s assistant, who reveals why “cheeky banter” is at the top of her wish list. Then, Lisa Vanderpump’s new series follows the ridiculously g…
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Send us a text And the Lord said to Joshua, “See, I have given Jericho into your hand, with its king and mighty men of valor. You shall march around the city, all the men of war going around the city once. Thus shall you do for six days.” Joshua 6:2,3 The battle of Jericho was a unique battle in the timeline of Israel's history as a nation. Having …
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It’s been quite the love story for Joey and Kelsey this season on “The Bachelor.” The newly engaged couple joins “Extra’s” Billy Bush to talk about the romantic proposal, what life has been like since their engagement and what comes next. Then, Ryan Phillipe survives a plane crash only to battle man and beast for his life in his new movie, “Prey.” …
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Send us a text Then Pilate said to him, “So you are a king?” Jesus answered, “You say that I am a king. For this purpose I was born and for this purpose I have come into the world—to bear witness to the truth. Everyone who is of the truth listens to My voice.” Pilate said to Him, “What is truth?” After he had said this, he went back outside to the …
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Elton John on His Post-Tour Life, Plus: Naomi Campbell, Denise Richards, and Charles Spencer
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Elton John has been touring nearly nonstop since 1970, but now he’s giving up life on the road for life at home. “Extra” is with the legend, who shares what the adjustment has been like and how he’s staying busy at home with his husband and two sons. Then, Supermodel Naomi Campbell is introducing her most personal clothing line to date, and she dis…
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Lindsay Lohan on Her Instant Bond with Co-star Ayesha Curry, Plus: Kristen Stewart, Phaedra Parks and Derek Hough
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Lindsay Lohan is back, and she’s teaming up with Ayesha Curry in the new flick, “Irish Wish.” The co-stars dish on the instant bond they’ve shared since the day they met. Then, Kristen Stewart is proving she can do just about anything – including a steamy thriller and a controversial Rolling Stone cover. She explains why the cover was something she…
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Erika Jayne Talks ‘Housewives,’ Vegas Residency and Estranged Husband’s $15 Million Fraud Case
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Very few “Real Housewives” have dealt with more drama and headlines than Erika Jayne. Whether it’s her estranged husband’s upcoming $15 million dollar fraud case or the backstage fiasco surrounding her Vegas show, Erika has had her share of controversy. Now, she’s ready to unpack it all with “Extra.” From the tension-filled “Real Housewives of Beve…
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Send us a text On March 11, 2014 my (Derek's) debut album Carry On was released. It is amazing to think it has now been 10 years since that release date. A lot of life has happened in that space of time. This podcast episode is a slight detour from our normal content, but it's purpose is to celebrate and give God glory through what He has done. Car…
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Kate Winslet on Reuniting with Hugh Grant, Plus: Bachelor Joey, Joe Manganiello & Jeffrey Wright
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Kate Winslet has had many roles over her career, but she’s never played a paranoid, demented authoritarian basket case — until now in Max’s “The Regime.” Kate shares what led her to the role and what it was like reuniting with “Sense and Sensibility” co-star Hugh Grant. Then, “Bachelor” Joey is down to his final four women and headed into Hometowns…
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Send us a text The second in this 2 part series on The Hiding Place, this episode finishes out the story and pulls some more themes together. Through the extraordinary faith of Corrie and her sister Betsie, they are able to see the love and grace of God despite the dark circumstances they encounter. Both go through months of imprisonment because th…
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The Oscars are just weeks away, but before the big show, all the nominees get together for the annual Oscar Nominee Luncheon. “Extra” catches up Bradley Cooper and Carey Mulligan at the event, and the pair reveals who will accompany them on the big night. Dakota Johnson made the leap into the Marvel world for her latest film, “Madame Web.” The star…
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Send us a text In this first part of a 2-part series, Derek takes a look at favorite book: The Hiding Place by Corrie ten Boom. The Hiding Place is a story of extraordinary faith and trust in God's plan during one of the darkest periods in history: World War II. The story of Corrie and the ten Boom family is remarkable. Through their efforts, it is…
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J.Lo on Her Most Personal Project Ever, Plus: Rob Lowe, Shemar Moore & Kenya Moore from ‘RHOA’
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Jennifer Lopez’s love life has played out in public for decades. Now she’s revealing to “Extra” how she turned the headlines into her most personal project ever. Then, Rob Lowe shares what he has planned for his 60th birthday, and he also reveals his hilarious mishap after he attempted to congratulate Robert Downey Jr. for his Golden Globe win over…
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Send us a text This week's episode takes a look at the concept of a hardened heart. We see this throughout Scripture and really it's a posture we can knowingly or unknowingly fall into if we aren't in right relationship with the Lord. Certainly we see the hardening of Pharaoh's heart in resisting God's call to free His people. We also see Israel it…
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Demi Moore & Molly Ringwald Unite, Plus: Snoop Dogg’s New Flick and Rev Run on the Murder of Jam Master Jay
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Demi Moore is making her TV return alongside fellow ’80s Brat Pack star Molly Ringwald, and the two share why they didn’t hesitate when asked to join the new project. Then, Snoop Dogg plays a washed-up NFL star sentenced to coach a peewee football team in his new movie “Underdogs,” and the hip-hop legend shares why no one had more fun on set than h…
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Send us a text Coming to the end of Jonah, we look for a tidy wrap-up and conclusion to a short book that has many twists and turns. But perhaps the question we want answered most, "What happens to Jonah?" is left unresolved. We see through this chapter that Jonah still has a deep sense of pride and contempt in regards to the Ninevites. We see that…
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‘The Bachelor’s’ Joey on Love at First Sight, Plus: Long Island Medium Theresa Caputo & Sofía Vergara
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Bachelor Joey Graziadei is just a couple weeks into his journey to find love, and he’s getting candid on whether he felt love at first sight that first night at the mansion. Then, “Modern Family” star Sofía Vergara makes a huge transformation into one of the most violent cartel queenpins in history in “Griselda,” and she shares how the dark role to…
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Send us a text By Jonah 3, we see the prophet hearing the call of God, reinstated, and ready to go to Nineveh. We know Jonah went into the city and preached repentance. We know also that everyone in the city, from the king down to the citizenry, repented and fasted. By the end of the chapter, we see that God relents from His decision to destroy Nin…
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Travis Kelce, Action Film Star? Donna Kelce Weighs In, Plus: The Casts of ‘Ted Lasso’ and ‘Vanderpump Rules’
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She was just named one of the 25 Most Intriguing People, and now Mama Kelce is sitting down with “Extra” to reveals whether Travis will be adding the title of action movie star to his résumé. Next, buckle up… because the bombshell new season of “Vanderpump Rules” is about to take the new year by storm. We’re with Tom Schwartz, Ariana Madix, and the…
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Send us a text In this second installment of Jonah, we see Jonah praying a prayer in an unlikely place: within the belly of a fish. We know from the first chapter, Jonah's disobedience landed him here. But even as this place has brought him to his knees, Jonah's plea is not rejected before God. Through the 10 verses of Jonah 2, there is a Psalm-lik…
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It’s time to bust out those burn books because the Plastics are back! Tina Fey is bringing a new “Mean Girls” to the big screen, and “Extra” talks to the film’s stars Reneé Rapp and Christopher Briney. Then, Ariana Madix from “Vanderpump Rules” is picking up the pieces after Scandoval and starring as Roxy Hart in the iconic musical “Chicago” on Bro…
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Send us a text This is the first episode of a 4-part series on Jonah. This series looks at the life and ministry of Jonah in regards to his reluctant obedience as a prophet of God. In this first episode (corresponding with Jonah Chapter 1), we see Jonah's flee from God's call. We see his disobedience causing consequences for Jonah and even the men …
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‘Succession’ and ‘The Bear’ Casts on Their Golden Globes Wins, Plus: Gypsy Rose Blanchard’s Prison Confessions
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“Succession” and “The Bear” came out on top this week at the Golden Globe Awards, and “Extra” catches up with the casts of both hit shows right after their big wins. Then, Gypsy Rose Blanchard was locked away in prison for eight and a half years after the headline-grabbing murder of her mother. Just a week after being released, Gypsy Rose talks to …
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Send us a text For this year, spending some time in meditation in December led me to a word I don’t often think about or even use on a regular basis. But it’s a word that has profound meaning. It is the word attune. I believe God is calling me/calling us to be attuned to Him in 2024. I had to do some digging to figure out what attune/attuned means.…
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The $4 billion box office king is back fighting to save the world in “Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom.” “Extra” catches up with Jason Momoa, who shares how he got in shape for the role and the one thing he really wanted to work into the script this time around. Then, George Clooney is back behind the camera in the highly anticipated film “The Boys in …
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Send us a text As we wrap up 2023, we take a moment to pause and reflect upon this year and the meaning of Christmas. We consider it all afresh again and what it means personally for our lives. We also take that posture into the new year; knowing that 2024 will bring its own challenges and difficulties. How will we pull away and continue staying in…
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Jennifer Lopez is about to discuss her love life like never before in her new album and accompanying film, “This Is Me… Now.” “Extra” talks to the superstar about her revealing new project, and why she calls it “the scariest thing” she’s ever done. “Extra” also catches up with Oprah at the premiere of “The Color Purple,” where she explains why the …
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Send us a text This week is a bit movie review and a bit Bible study. With the famous Christmas movie, It's A Wonderful Life as our backdrop (the BEST Christmas movie BTW), we look at the spiritual applications of our own lives (the presence or absence thereof). George Bailey got a rare chance: to see what it would be like if he had never been born…
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Julianne Moore & Natalie Portman Talk Oscar Buzz, Plus: Golden Bachelor Gerry Turner & Fiancée Theresa, Timothée Chalamet & Hugh Grant
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Julianne Moore and Natalie Portman star in the new film “May December,” inspired by the media frenzy surrounding the famous 1990s case of Mary Kay Letourneau, who had an affair with her sixth-grade student. The leading ladies talk to “Extra” about the highly anticipated movie and the Oscar buzz that’s coming along with it. Then, a backstabbing brot…
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Send us a text OK, it probably needs to be said if you haven’t picked up on it by now: I love Christmas music. I start to listen and even share Christmas-music-related things in November...could even start as early as October. Yeah, I'm that guy and you can call me crazy. For me, this year was the opportunity to finally get some of these songs reco…
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Adam Sandler on Working with His Daughters, Plus: the Emotional ‘Golden Bachelor’ Finale and ‘90 Day Fiancé’ Drama
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Adam Sandler plays a lizard in the new animated adventure flick “Leo.” The movie was a family affair for the Sandler clan, and the funnyman talks to “Extra” about what it was like working with his two daughters. Then, “Golden Bachelor” host Jesse Palmer shares why this week’s finale might have the most emotional goodbye ever. Next, Eddie Murphy and…
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Send us a text Is it possible to see the miracles, signs, wonders, and conversions seen in the early Acts church today? Today's podcast seeks to find the key that unlocks these things; assuming they are real and still for today. When we walk in the Spirit, we live with the ability to listen to the Lord's voice and obey. As we do, we must know Scrip…
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The world can’t get enough of Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce, and momma Donna Kelce has had a front-row seat to the whirlwind romance. Donna shares with “Extra’s” Billy Bush what she thinks about the craziness and why she thought she could catch a screening of Taylor’s “Eras” concert tour movie without anyone seeing her. Then, Leo DiCaprio talks abo…
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Send us a text Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly, teaching and admonishing one another in all wisdom, singing psalms and hymns and spiritual songs, with thankfulness in your hearts to God. Colossians 3:16 Last year in November, Derek did a series of episodes titled "Things I'm Thankful For..." Today's episode is an extension of that though…
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The Actors Strike Comes to an End, Plus: Chuck Lorre on His Reunion with Charlie Sheen and One of Matthew Perry’s Final Interviews with ‘Extra
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It was 118 days of picketing, canceled premieres, and delayed movies and TV shows. Now Hollywood is ready to get back to work, and “Extra’s” Billy Bush catches up with SAG-AFTRA president Fran Drescher to see how she’s feeling now that the strike is over. Then, the world can’t get enough of Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce, and legendary NFL tight end…
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Send us a text Apathy is a word meaning "lack of interest, enthusiasm, or concern." Spiritually-speaking, it is a dangerous road to go down. There may be seasons in which we feel a pull towards apathy in our lives. Left unchecked, we can succumb to a number of things. But if we recognize those seasons, what are some ways we can be spurred on to gro…
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The world is still mourning the sudden and unthinkable loss of “Friends” star Matthew Perry. “Extra” has spoken to Matthew many times over the years, and we look back at one of our last interviews with the star — when he sat down with his castmates for the “Friends” reunion in 2021. Then, Usher shares what he’s doing to prepare for his epic gig hea…
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